lump
Pronunciation: [lʌmp]
Word
Context: “shape or mass”
(noun) a lump is a small, solid piece of something that is usually round or irregular in shape. You might see a lump of clay or a lump of sugar. It often feels hard.
Example
I found a big lump of clay to use for my art project.
Example
There wasn't a single lump of chocolate in the cookie dough.
Example
Do you see the lump of ice in the drink?
Context: “movement”
(verb) to lump means to put things together in a group or category. It's like when you put all your toys in one box instead of keeping them spread out.
Example
She decided to lump all her stickers into one big album.
Example
He didn't want to lump together all the different kinds of candies; he wanted to keep them separate.
Example
Can we lump the similar items together for the presentation?
Context: “health”
(noun) a lump can also refer to a swelling or bump on a person's body. This might happen when you get hurt or if there's something wrong inside that needs to be checked.
Example
The doctor said the lump on my arm is nothing to worry about.
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She didn't notice a lump on her leg until it started to hurt.
Example
Have you ever felt a lump on your body that wasn't there before?
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