glomerate

/ˈɡlɒməˌreɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

a mass or aggregate of particles or matter closely packed together, often resulting from the compression or compaction of something.

“The geologists studied the glomerate structure of the newly formed rock.”

2. verb

to form or become a compact mass or aggregate.

“The particles glomerated together under the immense pressure.”

3. verb

to gather or collect (something, especially information) into a compact mass or aggregate.

“The journalist glomerated the data from various sources to write the article.”

Synonyms

  • aggregate
  • amass
  • conglomerate

Antonyms

  • disperse
  • separate