clutter

Meanings

• noun

  A state of disorder or confusion; a collection of unwanted objects or materials that have accumulated to the point of causing disarray and making it difficult to use or move around in a particular space.

  - "The clutter in the living room made it difficult for us to find a place to sit."
  - "I spent hours cleaning up the clutter in my office before I could focus on work."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with clutter
utter , scutter , mutter

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Variants

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clutter , cluttered , cluttering , clutters

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Etymology

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Old English clutor, clotter, a mass or lump, from clot, a clot, lump; akin to clotter, to clot, thicken.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'clutter' comes from the Old English word 'clutor', which means 'a mass or lump'.

2. Clutter is often used as a metaphor for chaos or disorder, but it can also be seen as a reflection of creativity or individuality.

3. The average American home contains about 300,000 items, and about one-third of those items are considered to be clutter.

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Related Concepts

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1. disorder: A state of confusion or chaos, often characterized by the absence of organization or structure.

2. disarray: A state of confusion or disorder, often used to describe a chaotic or untidy situation.

3. mess: A collection of unwanted or discarded objects, often used to describe a state of disorder or chaos.

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Culture

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Clutter has been a common theme in literature and art, often used to represent chaos, disorganization, or the passage of time. In some cases, it can also be seen as a reflection of creativity or individuality.

How to Memorize "clutter"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a room filled with piles of papers, books, and other items that have been left lying around. Try to visualize the clutter in as much detail as possible, including the colors, shapes, and textures of the objects.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'clutter' with the feeling of being overwhelmed or disorganized. Try to remember how it feels to be in a space that is cluttered and chaotic.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mental image of a cluttered room, and imagine trying to navigate through it. Use this image to help you remember the definition of 'clutter'.

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