Definition

The act of playing with a yo-yo, specifically wooden ones like the famous 'No Jive' model by Tom Kuhn. A delightfully innocent term for a surprisingly meditative hobby.

Example Usage

I spent the afternoon pumping wood in the park while waiting for my friend to show up.

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