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Clump
01
a grouping of a number of similar things
02
a tightly packed or clustered group or mass
Examples
The children gathered around in a clump to hear the story.
03
a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects)
to clump
01
to bring or gather things or individuals together into a closely packed group or cluster
Transitive: to clump a group or cluster
Examples
The gardener clumped the tulip bulbs together to create a striking display of color in the garden.
02
to move with heavy or awkward steps, often in a manner that lacks grace or coordination
Intransitive: to clump somewhere
Examples
After the long hike, he began to clump along the trail, fatigued from the strenuous exercise.
03
to gather or form a group closely packed together
Intransitive
Examples
As the storm approached, the birds started to clump in the trees, seeking shelter from the rain.
