romper
gb/ɹˈɑmpɚ/ us/ɹˈɑmpɚ/
A2
English
napozó, rugdalózó, rövid overál, örökmozgó, sima győzelem, fölényes győzelem
NOUN
A2
1
Usage pattern:
a [romper]; rompers
She packed two extra rompers in the diaper bag.
Két tartalék napozót is becsomagolt a pelenkázótáskába.
The baby wore a soft cotton romper on the warm day.
A baba puha pamut napozót viselt a meleg napon.
This romper has snaps at the bottom for quick changes.
Learner examples
My baby is wearing a romper.
A kisbabámon napozó van.
I bought a blue romper for my son.
Vettem egy kék napozót a fiamnak.
Common mistake:
Learners often confuse a romper with a onesie; a onesie is typically a bodysuit without legs, while many rompers have short legs.
Meaning
baby’s one-piece outfit
Collocations
baby romper
|toddler romper
|cotton romper
|knit romper
|striped romper
|zip-up romper
|snap-front romper
|short-leg romper
|summer romper
|romper set
Synonyms
playsuit (Often used for a similar one-piece outfit; can also refer to adult versions.)
|
one-piece (General term; not specific to babies or the romper style.)
Themes
clothing
|children
|daily_life
|shopping
Definition
A one-piece outfit for a baby or small child.
A one-piece item of clothing for a baby or young child, usually with short legs and sometimes snaps at the crotch for easy diaper changes.
NOUN
B1
2
rövid overál
B2
Usage pattern:
a [romper]; wear a [romper]
She wore a white romper with sandals to the picnic.
Fehér rövid overált viselt szandállal a pikniken.
I like rompers, but they can be tricky in the restroom.
Szeretem a rövid overálokat, de a mosdóban macerásak tudnak lenni.
The store had rompers in bright colors for summer.
Learner examples
She is wearing a red romper.
Piros rövid overál van rajta.
I want a romper for vacation.
Szeretnék egy rövid overált a nyaralásra.
Common mistake:
A romper is usually short (with shorts); a jumpsuit usually has long legs.
Meaning
short one-piece outfit for adults
Collocations
linen romper
|denim romper
|black romper
|floral romper
|strapless romper
|belted romper
|summer romper
|wear a romper
|try on a romper
|romper with pockets
Synonyms
playsuit (Common synonym, especially in British English.)
|
short jumpsuit (Describes the idea, but is less idiomatic than romper/playsuit.)
Themes
clothing
|fashion
|daily_life
|shopping
Definition
A one-piece outfit with shorts, often worn in summer.
A one-piece outfit that combines a top and short trousers, worn especially by women as casual or summer clothing.
NOUN
B2
LITERARY
3
örökmozgó
B2
Usage pattern:
a [romper]
At the party, he was a cheerful little romper, darting between the adults.
A partin vidám kis örökmozgó volt, a felnőttek között cikázott.
Her nephew is a real romper—he never stops moving.
Az unokaöccse igazi örökmozgó: egy pillanatra sem áll meg.
The puppy is a romper and wants to play all day.
Learner examples
The little boy is a romper.
A kisfiú örökmozgó.
My dog is a playful romper.
A kutyám játékos örökmozgó.
Common mistake:
This is not the common clothing meaning; in most everyday contexts, romper refers to an item of clothing.
Meaning
playful, energetic person
Collocations
little romper
|young romper
|a real romper
|an energetic romper
Synonyms
rascal (Suggests mischief as well as liveliness.)
|
live wire (Modern informal term for an energetic person.)
Antonyms
quiet child (Opposite in energy and noisiness.)
Themes
people
|children
|behavior
Definition
A child who plays and runs around a lot.
A very lively, playful person (often a child), especially one who runs around and plays in a noisy, energetic way.
NOUN
C1
INFORMAL
4
Usage pattern:
a [romper]
With two early goals, it turned into a total romper.
A két korai góllal teljesen sima győzelem lett belőle.
Commentators called it an election romper for the incumbent.
A kommentátorok a hivatalban lévő jelölt fölényes választási győzelmének nevezték az eredményt.
The favorite won by ten lengths—it was a romper.
Learner examples
It was an easy win—a romper.
Könnyű, sima győzelem volt.
The team won in a romper.
A csapat sima győzelmet aratott.
Common mistake:
Learners may think this refers to clothing; in this sense it means an easy victory.
Meaning
easy, decisive win
Collocations
a clear-cut romper
|a convincing romper
|an election romper
|a racing romper
|a big romper
Synonyms
walkover (Very similar meaning; often used in sports contexts.)
|
easy win (Plain, general synonym.)
Antonyms
nail-biter (A very close, tense contest.)
|
upset (A surprising win by the underdog rather than an easy expected win.)
Themes
sports
|competition
|politics
Definition
A win that is very easy.
An easy, comfortable victory or success, especially in sports, racing, or politics.
Grammar
Dictionary form
romper
IPA
GB/ɹˈɑmpɚ/
US/ɹˈɑmpɚ/
Syllables & stress
romper (1 syllable)
Stress on 1st syllable (romper)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: romper
- Plural: rompers
Expressions
a real romper
1/ə ɹˈil ɹˈɑmpɚ/
fixed phrase
informal
something very successful or fun
Something that is very exciting or very successful.
Examples
- The final was a real romper, with chances at both ends.
- Their latest show is a real romper—fast, funny, and loud.
- With the opposition in disarray, it was a real romper for the home side.
romper room
1/ɹˈɑmpɚ ɹˈum/
fixed phrase
informal
play space for young children
A room where small children can play.
Examples
- They turned the basement into a romper room with mats and toy bins.
- The daycare has a bright romper room for toddlers.
- We need a safe romper room so the kids can burn off energy indoors.
Learner examples
- The kids are playing in the romper room.
- This room is a romper room for toddlers.