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Definition |
a disappointing event or experience |
Examples |
1) I was really looking forward to the
concert, but when I got there, I found out it was cancelled. What a
bummer!
2) I studied really hard for the test, but I still failed. It's such a
bummer! |
Etymology |
The term emerged in the United States in
the mid-20th century. |
Synonyms |
letdown, setback |
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