non-clumping
|non--clump--ing|
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/nɑn-ˈklʌmpɪŋ/
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/nɒn-ˈklʌmpɪŋ/
(clump)
compact mass
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-clumping' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'clump' which means 'to form into a cluster or mass'.
Historical Evolution
'clump' changed from the Middle English word 'clompe' and eventually became the modern English word 'clump'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'clump' meant 'a lump or mass', but over time it evolved to include the action of forming such masses.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not forming into clumps or clusters.
The non-clumping cat litter is easier to clean.
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Last updated: 2025/06/26 18:21