Meaning of the word clump in English
What does clump mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
clump
US /klʌmp/
UK /klʌmp/
Noun
a small group of trees or plants growing very close together
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A clump of trees stood at the edge of the field.
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She planted a clump of daffodils in the garden.
Verb
1.
to form into a group or mass; to gather together
Example:
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The children clumped together for warmth.
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The blood cells began to clump.
2.
to walk with heavy, noisy steps
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He clumped up the stairs in his heavy boots.
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I could hear him clumping around in the room above.