Question 1

What does "lumber with" mean?

Accepted Answer

To give someone an unwanted, difficult, or inconvenient responsibility or task, typically without their agreement.

Question 2

How do you use "lumber with" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

I was lumbered with organizing the whole event just because I mentioned it first.

Question 3

Is "lumber with" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"lumber with" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Predominantly British English. Almost always used in the passive: 'She was lumbered with the job.' The active form exists ('They lumbered him with the task') but is less frequent. Carries a clear negative connotation — the recipient didn't choose the burden.

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