Pronunciation: [ɡɹˈuːm] (IPA) 
The word "grume" is often misspelled as "groom". However, the correct spelling is pronounced as /ɡruːm/ with a long "oo" sound. The "gr" sound is pronounced as /ɡ/ while the "u" has a long vowel sound. "Grume" means a thick clot or coagulated mass and is commonly used in medical and biological contexts. It's important to pay attention to the correct spelling and pronunciation of words to avoid misunderstanding and confusion.
Grume is a noun that refers to a thick or congealed mass, typically of a liquid substance. It can also be used as a verb to describe the process of coagulating or clumping together.
As a noun, grume commonly pertains to the forming or presence of blood clots. It describes the thickened, semi-solid state that blood attains when it begins to coagulate and form a clot. Additionally, grume can be used to describe thick masses or congealed deposits found in various substances, such as pus or sediment in bodily fluids.
When used as a verb, grume signifies the action of coagulation or the process of thickening. It describes the change in a liquid substance from a flowing or liquid state into a thickened or semi-solid state. This can occur due to cooling, dehydration, chemical reactions, or the presence of certain substances or particles.
The term grume is predominantly used in medical and scientific contexts to describe the clotting or coagulation processes. However, it can also be used in a broader sense to describe the formation of thick, gel-like masses in other materials or substances.
A fluid thickened; a clot, as of blood.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word grume originated from the Middle English term grome (also spelled as grume or grum), which was derived from Old French grume meaning a clot, curd, or hardened lump. The Old French word in turn came from the Latin word grumus, meaning heap or clod.
