jumping
n. uncountable A1 Beginner US //ˈdʒəmpɪŋ// UK //dʒˈʌmpɪŋ// jump·ing
n. the act of pushing yourself off the ground with your legs. It is a common movement in many sports and games.
n. the action of propelling oneself into the air by using the muscles in the legs and feet.
Jumping is a great way to stay active.
The children spent the entire afternoon jumping on the trampoline in the backyard.
While the high jump requires explosive power, long-distance jumping in athletics relies heavily on maintaining horizontal velocity during the approach to the pit.
Usage
Typically functions as a gerund; uncountable when referring to the activity in general.