Also means
cluster
Usage Note
Amas denotes a disorganised pile or accumulation of things. In astronomy it specifically names a star cluster (amas d'étoiles) or galaxy cluster (amas de galaxies). The word is invariable in spelling between singular and plural — both are written amas — because the s is already present in the base form.
Examples
"Un amas de rochers bloquait le chemin."
Natural Translation
A heap of rocks was blocking the path.

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