How to Pronounce "bump off"
expression
ˈbəmp/ /ˈɔf
BUMP-awf
bˈʌmp/ /ˈɒf
BUMP-of
Definition
To murder someone, usually as part of a crime or for criminal reasons. It is an informal, slang expression.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbəmp/ /ˈɔf
British English
bˈʌmp/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BUMP-awf
UK
BUMP-of
Listen in Context
The gang planned to bump off their rival.
He was worried someone would bump off the witness.
The hitman was hired to bump off the target.
You really think he has it in him to bump off somebody?