Bunching: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe the action of forming a group or mass, often in a disorganized or tight manner. Can be used when talking about objects being close together or forming a cluster naturally.

• The fabric was bunching up at the seams.
• People were bunching together near the exit.

This word can also be employed for several items or people forming a tight group.

• The children were bunching together at the entrance of the school.
• The cats were bunching on the windowsill.

Utilized when an item is being bent or doubled upon itself, often in an intentional and organized manner.

• He started folding the laundry neatly.
• She was folding the paper to fit into the envelope.

Primarily used to describe lines or marks formed on fabric or surfaces due to folding or being pressed.

• The shirt was creasing as soon as he wore it.
• She noticed the paper creasing along the edges.

Best used to describe the process of collecting multiple items or people into a single group.

• She was gathering flowers in the meadow.
• They were gathering their belongings before leaving.