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clump

 

[ klʌmp ]

Context #1

in nature

A clump is a small group of trees or plants growing closely together.

Synonyms

bunch, cluster, thicket

Examples of usage

  • We spotted a clump of trees in the distance.
  • The birds were singing in the clump of bushes near the river.
Context #2

related to movement

To clump means to move with a heavy sound, as when walking with heavy shoes.

Synonyms

plod, stomp, trudge

Examples of usage

  • He clumped down the stairs in his big boots.
  • The horse clumped along the path with its hooves hitting the ground rhythmically.

Translations

Translations of the word "clump" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aglomerado

🇮🇳 गुच्छा

🇩🇪 Haufen

🇮🇩 kelompok

🇺🇦 група

🇵🇱 grupa

🇯🇵 塊 (かたまり)

🇫🇷 amas

🇪🇸 grupo

🇹🇷 küme

🇰🇷 덩어리

🇸🇦 كتلة

🇨🇿 shluk

🇸🇰 zhluk

🇨🇳 团块

🇸🇮 skupina

🇮🇸 hópur

🇰🇿 топ

🇬🇪 ჯგუფი

🇦🇿 qrup

🇲🇽 grupo

Word origin

The word 'clump' originated from the Middle English word 'clumpen', which meant to form into a mass or clump. It has been used to describe groups of trees or plants since the 16th century, emphasizing the close proximity and density of the vegetation. As a verb, 'clump' has been used to depict heavy, noisy movement since the 17th century. Over time, it has become a versatile word in English, often used in both natural and movement-related contexts.