lump

lump · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A compact mass of a substance, especially one without a definite shape.

  2. 2.

    To put in an indiscriminate mass or group; treat as alike without regard for differences.

  3. 3.

    A swelling under the skin, especially one caused by injury or disease.

  4. 4.

    (British informal) To accept or tolerate something disagreeable.

  5. 5.

    (informal) A heavy, ungainly person.

Forms

plural: lumps

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    a lump in one's throat — a tight feeling in the throat due to strong emotion
  • •
    lump sum — a single payment covering the whole amount
  • •
    like it or lump it — accept something whether you like it or not
  • •
    lump together — to group items without distinction

Related words

See also: bump, chunk, mass
Synonyms: chunk, clump, mass

Etymology

From Middle English lumpe, of uncertain origin, possibly Scandinavian.