Synonyms for lumpy


Grammar : Adj
Spell : luhm-pee
Phonetic Transcription : ˈlʌm pi


Définition of lumpy

Origin :
  • 1707, from lump (n.) + -y (2). Related: Lumpiness.
  • adj knotty
Example sentences :
  • Most of it is turgid, lumpy, fuzzy in texture, squalid in intellect.
  • Extract from : « Pipefuls » by Christopher Morley
  • "That'll be the best place for the tenderfoot," growled Lumpy Bates.
  • Extract from : « The Pony Rider Boys in Texas » by Frank Gee Patchin
  • Lumpy was so taken by surprise that he had no time to save himself.
  • Extract from : « The Pony Rider Boys in Texas » by Frank Gee Patchin
  • Lumpy gave no heed to the command, but broke into a run for Stacy.
  • Extract from : « The Pony Rider Boys in Texas » by Frank Gee Patchin
  • At first Lumpy did not know what had caused his pony to fall.
  • Extract from : « The Pony Rider Boys in Texas » by Frank Gee Patchin
  • He was telling the Professor about your mix-up with Lumpy Bates.
  • Extract from : « The Pony Rider Boys in Texas » by Frank Gee Patchin
  • "Did you see what that—that——" bellowed Lumpy as Tad rode up to him.
  • Extract from : « The Pony Rider Boys in Texas » by Frank Gee Patchin
  • "Lumpy's got on the grouch that won't come off," grinned Big-foot.
  • Extract from : « The Pony Rider Boys in Texas » by Frank Gee Patchin
  • Built substantial and heavy, Joey was, but not lumpy, like Marjorie.
  • Extract from : « Torchy, Private Sec. » by Sewell Ford
  • They may not notice it in the provinces, for I dare say they are lumpy and heavy there, too.
  • Extract from : « Ladies-In-Waiting » by Kate Douglas Wiggin

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