Meaning of bum about in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Verb

   bum about

   Definitions

   1. be lazy or idle

   Examples

   • « Her son is just bumming around all day »

   Derived terms

   • bum
   • do-nothing
   • idler
   • layabout
   • loafer

Browse dictionary

• bump up
• bump off
• bump into
• bump around
• bum about
• bum around
• bun
• bun-fight
• buna rubber