clumping

/ˈklʌmpɪŋ/
noun
  1. The act or process of forming into a clump or mass.
    • Scientists studied the clumping of blood cells in the sample.
    • The clumping of snow on the roof caused a dangerous buildup.
    • The clumping of the flour made the sauce lumpy.
  2. The sound of heavy, clumsy footsteps.
    • We heard the clumping of boots in the hallway.
    • The clumping of the dancers' shoes echoed in the empty hall.
    • His clumping on the stairs woke the baby.
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adjective
  1. Tending to form clumps or masses.
    • The paint was clumping and wouldn't spread evenly.
    • This type of soil is very clumping when wet.
    • Clumping cat litter is easier to clean than the non-clumping kind.
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