clumpable
|clump-a-ble|
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/ˈklʌmpəbl̩/
(clump)
compact mass
Etymology
Etymology Information
'clump' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'clompe,' where 'clompe' meant 'a lump or mass.'
Historical Evolution
'clompe' transformed into the modern English word 'clump,' and eventually led to the formation of 'clumpable' as an adjective.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'clompe' meant 'a lump or mass,' and over time, 'clumpable' evolved to mean 'capable of forming clumps.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being clumped or forming clumps.
The soil is clumpable, making it easy to work with.
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Last updated: 2025/06/10 19:17