Chum: meaning, definitions and examples
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chum
[ tสสm ]
friendship
A chum is an informal term for a close friend or companion. The word suggests camaraderie and often conveys a sense of friendliness and warmth.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I've known him since childhood; he's my best chum.
- We spent the weekend hanging out with our chums.
- She invited her chums over for a movie night.
- My chums and I are planning a trip together.
bait
Chum can also refer to chopped fish or seafood used as bait when fishing. Anglers often use it to attract fish to their fishing area.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The fisherman spread chum in the water to attract the fish.
- Using chum is a common technique for catching larger species.
- He prepared the chum before heading out on the boat.
- Chum is known to draw in predators like sharks.
Translations
Translations of the word "chum" in other languages:
๐ต๐น amigo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Kumpel
๐ฎ๐ฉ sahabat
๐บ๐ฆ ะดััะณ
๐ต๐ฑ kumpel
๐ฏ๐ต ๅไบบ
๐ซ๐ท pote
๐ช๐ธ compaรฑero
๐น๐ท kanka
๐ฐ๐ท ์น๊ตฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุตุฏูู
๐จ๐ฟ kamarรกd
๐ธ๐ฐ kamarรกd
๐จ๐ณ ๆๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ prijatelj
๐ฎ๐ธ vinur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดะพั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dost
๐ฒ๐ฝ camarada
Etymology
The word 'chum' originates from the late 19th century, where it was derived from the dialect word 'chumm' or 'chum,' meaning 'a partner or companion'. It has roots in the Old English term 'cฤom', meaning 'the one who shares'. The application of the term to denote a close friend gives it a sense of affection and loyalty. Over time, the use of 'chum' expanded to include not only a close friend but also a term of camaraderie in various social contexts. By the 20th century, 'chum' had become widely recognized in both British and American English to convey a friendly relationship among peers.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #22,011, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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