verbummeln

1.

to lose

(Colloquial term for losing some object, like a pair of glasses or something. Sounds a bit childish. NOT for stuff like losing games.)
2.

to dilly/dally away

(Passing an amount of time by being sluggish. )

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How many meanings does the German word 'verbummeln' have?

verbummeln has 2 distinct meanings: 1. to lose, 2. to dilly/dally away.

What is the past tense of 'verbummeln'?

hat verbummelt / verbummelte

What is 'verbummeln' related to?

This is a standalone entry with no parent word listed.

Where can I learn more about 'verbummeln'?

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