: any of various domestic pigeons that tumble or roll over backward in flight or on the ground
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: a drinking glass without foot or stem and originally with pointed or convex base
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: a movable obstruction in a lock (such as a lever, latch, wheel, slide, or pin) that must be adjusted to a particular position (as by a key) before the bolt can be thrown
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: a piece on which the mainspring acts in a gun's lock
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: a device or mechanism for tumbling (such as a revolving cage in which clothes are dried)
She drank a tumbler of water. a gymnast who's a skillful tumbler
Recent Examples on the WebIf there’s a large corner or empty area in your yard, your tumbler could comfortably live there. Kylee Mcguigan, Popular Mechanics, 1 May 2022 Trinity Valley goes on the first day and their star tumbler Dee lands incorrectly at the front of the stage, causing the team to get points deducted. Milan Polk, Men's Health, 19 Jan. 2022 Add a tumbler, travel mug, or water bottle to the mix and your dad will be set. Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 3 June 2022 The coffee brews hot but quickly cools down over a tumbler filled with ice cubes.Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2022 That’s why a fresh set of high-quality Brooklinen towels or a buy-it-for-life Yeti tumbler can make the perfect gift for him. Sara Coughlin, SELF, 7 May 2022 In his video, Ford thanked his employer for the thoughtful goodie bag, which contained a Starbucks tumbler, Lifesaver and other items. Ebony Williams, ajc, 29 June 2022 By day three, the first 100 customers will receive a coffee tumbler and a coupon for a free regular shake of choice. William Thornton | Wthornton@al.com, al, 23 May 2022 The tumbler can hold up to 30 fluid ounces, and can fit in any standard-sized cup holder. Kylee Mcguigan, Popular Mechanics, 12 May 2022 See More