Phrase guide

plump for

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To choose; to select.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: UK, informal

Examples

  • The entire dessert menu was tempting, but I plumped for the cheesecake.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

be behind; approve of

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • He plumped for the Labor Party
  • I backed Kennedy in 1960

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: back, endorse, indorse, plunk for, support

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: approve, O.K., okay, sanction

Narrower terms: guarantee, warrant, champion, defend

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Etymology

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