Bumbles [verb]

He fixed his eyes on Mrs. Corney as he said this; and if ever a beadle looked tender, Mr. Bumble was that beadle at that moment.

But dont you think out-of-door relief a very bad thing any way, Mr. Bumble?

Very nice animals, maam, replied Mr. Bumble, approvingly; so very domestic.

Mr. Bumble made no reply, but in a slow and dignified manner put his arm round the matrons waist.

Mr. Bumble tasted the medicine with a doubtful look; smacked his lips, took another taste, and put the cup down empty.

While it was being disposed of, she acquainted Mr. Bumble with the old womans decease.

Mr. Bumble was meditating, and it might be that the insects brought to mind some painful passage in his own past life.

On hearing this most unexpected sound, Mr. Bumble looked first incredulous, and afterwards, amazed.

Its very true, youre matron here, my dear, submitted Mr. Bumble; but I thought you mightnt be in the way just then.

He eyed Bumble askance as he entered, but scarcely deigned to nod his head in acknowledgment of his salutation.