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Rum: meaning, definitions and examples

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rum

 

[ rสŒm ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

beverage alcoholic

Rum is a distilled alcoholic beverage made from sugarcane byproducts, such as molasses, or directly from sugarcane juice. It has a rich history, originating from the Caribbean but has since become popular worldwide. Rum can be aged to develop complex flavors and is often used in cocktails. The taste can vary significantly between light and dark rums, with dark rums typically having a stronger flavor due to longer aging.

Synonyms

distilled beverage, liquor, spirit

Examples of usage

  • She ordered a rum and coke at the bar.
  • The pirate's favorite drink was rum.
  • He enjoys sipping on dark rum after dinner.

Translations

Translations of the word "rum" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น rum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Rum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ rum

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั€ะพะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ rum

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒฉใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท rhum

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ron

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท rom

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋Ÿผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูˆู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rum

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ rum

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ—ๅง†้…’

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ rum

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ rum

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั€ะพะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ แƒแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ rum

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ron

Etymology

The word 'rum' is believed to have originated from the 17th-century slang for 'a strong alcoholic drink.' It is thought to derive from the Latin word 'saccharum,' meaning 'sugar.' Rum production became prominent in the Caribbean colonies during the 1700s, particularly in places like Barbados and Jamaica, where sugarcane was abundant. The beverage was initially produced for local consumption, and as trade routes expanded, so did the popularity of rum across Europe and America. Rum played a significant role in maritime history, being a staple aboard naval ships and a form of payment for sailors, often referred to as 'grogg' when mixed with water. Over time, various styles of rum emerged, influenced by local sugar production methods, aging processes, and cultural preferences.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,832, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.