What does CLUMP mean?

Clump

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

1. A cluster of things, especially trees or plants, growing closely together.
2. A heavy, dull sound made by things being struck or falling heavily.
3. Gather or be gathered into a cluster.
4. Walk with a heavy tread.

Pronunciation:

• US: /klʌmp/
• UK: /klʌmp/

Origin and Usage:

The word "clump" originated in the late Middle English period from the Middle Low German word "klompe" which means a lump or mass. The word has been used as a noun since the 16th century and as a verb since the 17th century. It is commonly used to describe a group of things growing closely together, such as trees or plants. It is also used to describe a heavy, dull sound made by things being struck or falling heavily, and to describe walking with a heavy tread.

Synonyms:

• Cluster
• Bunch
• Group
• Gather
• Assemble

Related Words:

• Clump
• Plump
• Trump
• Crump
• Slump

Example Sentences:

1. The trees grew in a clump, providing shade for the picnic-goers.
2. The heavy clump of the book falling on the floor startled the librarian.
3. The children clumped together to hear the story.
4. He clumped down the stairs, his heavy boots thudding on each step.