noun
plural bunches
[count] :a group of things of the same kind that are held or tied together or that grow together
[count] somewhat informal :a group of people or things that are together or are associated with each other in some way - usually singular
chiefly US somewhat informal :a large amount :lot [singular]
usually + of
bunches [plural] Brit :a way of arranging hair by separating it into two sections and tying these at each side of the head
verb
bunches; bunched; bunching
[+ obj] :to put (things or people) together in a group or bunch - usually + together or up
[no obj] :to form a group - usually + together
of clothing :to form a group of tight folds on or around part of your body [no obj]
usually + up or together
usually + up or together; usually used as (be) bunched