Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • In a dull, moping, or morose manner.

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Examples

  • Let us put it a thought less dumpishly; and render thanks because our pottage smokes upon the table, and we are blessed with excellent appetites. "

    The Certain Hour James Branch Cabell 1918

  • Let us put it a thought less dumpishly; and render thanks because our pottage smokes upon the table, and we are blessed with excellent appetites. "

    The Certain Hour 1909

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