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Lump
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Simple meaning
What does Lump mean?
A lump is a small uneven piece.
Dictionary definition
A small, uneven piece or mass of something.
Example sentences
Lump in a sentence
easy
There was a lump of clay on the table.
medium
The baker smoothed every lump in the batter.
hard
A lump in a material can change its shape, texture, or appearance.
Synonyms
Words like Lump
chunka piece of something
clumpa group or mass stuck together
Antonyms
Opposite words
smooth surfacean even surface without lumps
flat layera level layer without raised pieces
Word family
Lump word family
Base word
lump
noun
lump
Base form.
noun
lumps
More than one lump.
adjective
lumpy
Full of lumps or uneven spots.
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Practice 1
What does lump mean?
Lump means a small uneven piece.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to lump?
A lump can be a chunk or uneven piece of material.
Practice 3
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