1 C1 idiomatic slang
To suddenly and enthusiastically hug or tackle someone in an affectionate but overwhelming way.
"She squealed with excitement and glomped on when she finally met her favourite author."
glomp on
C1 slang intransitive
To enthusiastically and suddenly hug or tackle someone in an overwhelming, affectionate way.
In plain English
To run up to someone and give them a big, sudden, full-body hug — often so hard they almost fall over.
What does "glomp on" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 C1 idiomatic slang
To cling to someone in an overly enthusiastic or needy way online or in fandom contexts.
"He glomped on to every new member who joined the fan forum."
Usage tip
Originated in English-speaking anime and internet fan communities in the late 1990s–2000s. Considered internet slang and is rarely used in spoken language outside those communities. 'Glomp onto' is the more explicit transitive form.
Words that pair with "glomp on"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
friend stranger character idol fan
How to conjugate "glomp on"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
glomp on
I/you/we/they
3rd person
glomps on
he/she/it
Past simple
glomped on
yesterday
Past participle
glomped on
have + pp
-ing form
glomping on
continuous
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