Meaning of the word agglomeration in English

What does agglomeration mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

agglomeration

US /əˌɡlɑː.məˈreɪ.ʃən/
UK /əˌɡlɒm.əˈreɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

a mass or collection of things; an assemblage

Example:
The city is an agglomeration of diverse cultures.
We observed an agglomeration of stars in the distant galaxy.
2.

a densely populated urban area, typically formed by the growth and merging of several towns or cities

Example:
The Tokyo agglomeration is one of the largest in the world.
Urban planners study the growth of agglomerations to manage infrastructure.