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jumper (2)
jumper cables
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jumping bean
jumping gene
jumping jack
jumping mouse
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jumping-off point
jump·ing-off point (plural jump·ing-off points)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. base for trip: a place from which to begin a trip
2. basis for beginning: a basis on which to begin an enterprise or a discussion
3. 
Same as  jumping-off place
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