bungee jumping

American  

noun

1. the sport of jumping off a high structure to which one is attached by bungee cords, so that the body springs back just short of hitting the ground or water.

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bungee jumping British  

/ ˈbʌndʒɪ /

noun

1. a sport in which a participant jumps from a high bridge, building, etc, secured only by a rubber cord attached to the ankles

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Etymology

Origin of bungee jumping

First recorded in 1975–1980

Example Sentences

However, Ms Millington said there was just one thing she would not try - and that was bungee jumping.

From BBC

Paddle boarding, bungee jumping and surfing were some of the stunts he embarked on to get voters' attention.

From BBC

Less certain is the fate of the nearby property of Bungee America, a bungee jumping business that operates off “the Bridge to Nowhere” — a 1930s-era arch bridge that spans the San Gabriel River and was originally intended to connect to Wrightwood.

From Los Angeles Times

Of course, we also see Monk partake in some comedic shenanigans and even go bungee jumping — an attempt at facing his fear of heights.

From Salon

Bungee jumping from the suspension bridge has since been banned under by-laws.

From BBC