Word of the Day: Lump
A lump is a small, raised area that indicates an injury or a problem. It’s similar to the word “bump.”
- John has a small lump on top of his head after falling off of his bike.
- Martha felt a lump near her breast, so she made an appointment to see a doctor.
- The yogurt had some strange lumps in it, so we didn’t eat it.
- Jeremy got a lump in his throat while thinking about his dearly departed wife. (a lump in one’s throat = an emotional response, usually sadness)
- This oatmeal is all lumpy. (The word “lumpy” is an adjective. It’s similar to “bumpy.”)
- Bob has taken a few lumps in his position, but he’s managed things well. (To take lumps is to manage difficulty.)
Essential English Dictionary
Visit the Popular English Words Beginning with L page to see the list of all words starting with letter L. For seeing the HiCafe dictionary, visit the Popular English Words with Meaning page.
