1. plural of dumping; the act of discarding or disposing of something, especially waste material, in a careless or illegal manner
Usage: usually used in contexts of waste disposal, environmental concerns, or illegal disposal
2. plural of dumping; the practice of selling goods at very low prices, especially in foreign markets, often below cost
Usage: economics and trade term
3. plural of dumping; the act of ending a romantic relationship abruptly
Usage: informal

Examples

• Illegal dumpings of toxic waste have contaminated the groundwater in several neighborhoods.
• The factory faced fines for multiple dumpings of industrial byproducts.
• Trade agreements aim to prevent unfair dumpings of cheap imports.
• Several dumpings occurred at the landfill site last month.
• The company was caught conducting unauthorized dumpings near the river.