Definition

To come together in a group or cluster, often in a way that causes something to swell or protrude.

Example

The runners began to bunch at the starting line, creating a tight group.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the runners bunch at the starting line?

Yeah, it always looks so chaotic before the race starts!

I can't believe how quickly they all bunch together once the gun goes off.

Right? It's like they all just instinctively know to cluster up.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A group of similar items or people that are gathered or placed together, like a cluster of grapes or a collection of keys.

Example

I bought a bunch of bananas from the store.

Conversation

I saw a bunch of flowers at the market today.

Oh really? What kind of flowers were they?

They were mostly roses, but there was a bunch of tulips too.

Definition

To gather or form something into a group or cluster.

Example

She bunched the fabric together to make it easier to carry.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how I bunched the fabric for my dress?

Yeah, it looks really nice that way!

Thanks! I thought it would give it a better shape if I bunched it up a bit.

Root Explanation

The word 'bunch' originates from Middle English 'bunche', which is of uncertain origin but may be related to the Old French 'bonche', meaning a lump or a mass. It refers to a collection or cluster of items grouped together.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'lump' or 'mass' when you picture a bunch of grapes or flowers — that's how 'bunch' describes a collection of things grouped together.

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