glomerulate

[glom-uh-ruh-leyt]

glomerulate Definition

• 1. to gather or cluster together in a rounded mass
• 2. to form into a compact cluster

Using glomerulate: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "glomerulate" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The bees glomerulated around the hive entrance.

• Example

  The stars glomerulated into a beautiful constellation.

• Example

  The students glomerulated around the teacher to ask questions.

• Example

  The bacteria glomerulated in the petri dish.

glomerulate Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for glomerulate

• cluster
• gather
• collect
• amass
• accumulate

Phrases with glomerulate

• glomerulate glands

  glands that are clustered together

  Example

  The glomerulate glands in the stomach secrete digestive enzymes.

• glomerulate flowers

  flowers that are arranged in a dense cluster

  Example

  The glomerulate flowers of the lilac bush are very fragrant.

• glomerulate fruits

  fruits that are arranged in a dense cluster

  Example

  The glomerulate fruits of the mulberry tree are ripe for picking.

Origins of glomerulate

from Latin 'glomeratus', meaning 'formed into a ball'

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Summary: glomerulate in Brief

The verb 'glomerulate' [glom-uh-ruh-leyt] means to gather or cluster together in a rounded mass, forming a compact cluster. It is often used to describe the clustering of objects or organisms, such as bees around a hive entrance or stars into a constellation. 'Glomerulate' can also refer to the arrangement of glands, flowers, or fruits in a dense cluster.