Definition of Clump
Clump
clump


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
a small group of people, things, or entities that are clustered together in a compact mass;

e.g. The dog was shedding, leaving clumps of fur everywhere.

(noun)
a mode of walking characterized by a heavy tread, or the sound produced by walking in this way;

e.g. I heard the clump of his boots in the hallway.

(verb)
to form closely-compacted masses or groups of people, things, or entities;

e.g. The grains became sticky and began to clump up from absorbing so much water.

(verb)
to walk or move with heavy steps;

e.g. He began to clump towards the door, tapping his walking stick on the ground.



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