Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

glom

verb

/ɡlɒm/

Definition

To take hold of or grab something eagerly.

Examples

She managed to glom onto every piece of information she could find.
After hearing the announcement, he glommed onto the idea of starting a new project.
The kids glommed onto the concept of teamwork during their group activity.

Meaning

In informal usage, ‘glom’ often refers to the act of seizing or attaching oneself to something, typically in a way that conveys strong interest or enthusiasm.