Vocabulary Entry

ump

|noun • verb

noun

A person who officiates at a game or sport, making decisions on plays and rules.

Example Sentences

"The ump called the last pitch a strike."

"The baseball game was heated, and the ump had to make quick decisions."

"After the controversial play, the ump’s credibility was questioned."

verb

Example Sentences

"She was asked to ump at the local baseball game."

"He decided to ump during the tournament for extra practice."

"It's important to ump fairly to maintain the integrity of the game."