To fall suddenly, clumsily, or headlong. She tripped on the curb and tumbled to the ground.
To roll or turn end over end. The acrobat tumbled across the mat with ease.
To perform acrobatic or gymnastic exercises, typically involving somersaults and flips. The gymnast tumbled across the floor, impressing the judges with her skill.
To fall rapidly in amount or value. The stock prices tumbled after the company announced its losses.
To move or rush in a disorderly or confused manner. The children tumbled out of the classroom when the bell rang.
To dry (clothes or other fabrics) by rotating them in a heated drum. She tumbled the wet towels for twenty minutes.
To cause (someone or something) to fall or roll end over end; to knock over. The sudden wave tumbled the surfer off his board.