speed bump
Definition of speed bump
: a low raised ridge across a roadway (as in a parking lot) to limit vehicle speed
From the M-W Editors
First Known Use of speed bump
1972
SPEED BUMP Defined for English Language Learners
speed bump
Definition of speed bump for English Language Learners
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: a low raised ridge across a road or parking lot that causes people to drive more slowly
SPEED BUMP Defined for Kids
speed bump
Definition of speed bump for Students
: a low ridge built across a roadway (as in a parking lot) to limit vehicle speed
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