I. -mpə(r) noun
( -s )
Etymology: plump (VII) + -er
1. : one that swells out something ; especially : something carried in the mouth to fill out the cheeks
2. : a solution used in tanning to remove acid from a hide and thus allow the tanning material to act quickly ; also : a worker that applies this solution
II. noun
( -s )
Etymology: plump (I) + -er
1.
a. : an act or instance of falling suddenly or heavily (as from a horse)
b. archaic : a heavy blow
2. chiefly Britain : a vote given to one candidate only when the voter might vote for more than one for the same office (as for several candidates for a county council)
3. dialect : a downright lie