Definitions

1. verb

to gather or accumulate something, especially over a period of time

“The company’s profits have cumulated over the past five years.”

2. verb

to come together or collect at a particular place or point

“The clouds are cumulating over the mountain.”

3. noun

the act of gathering or accumulating something

“The cumulation of wealth over several generations is a remarkable story.”

4. noun

a heap or collection of things

“The cumulation of old newspapers in the attic is overwhelming.”