# rump

/ˈɹəmp/ (US) · /ɹˈʌmp/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/rump
Updated: 2026-05-09

## Definition

the back part of an animal's body, or a person's bottom. It can also mean a small group of people left over from a larger group.

For teachers: the hindquarters of an animal or the buttocks of a person; also used metaphorically to describe a small, remaining remnant of a larger organization or party.

## Examples

- The horse has a white patch on its rump.
- After the main party split, only a small rump of loyal supporters remained to vote on the new policy.
- The chef explained that this specific cut of beef comes from the rump, which is leaner but often tougher than the sirloin.

## Usage notes

- Often used in political contexts to describe a 'rump parliament' or a 'rump faction'.

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