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chum

UK/t͡ʃuːm/ US/ˈtʃʌm/ fairly common informal us

noun

1.

a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities

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Origin

1675-85; of uncertain origin, possibly from cham, shortening of chambermate, or from comrade. Less likely from Welsh cymrawd (“fellow”), compare brawd (“brother”).

Phrases

  • bum chum
  • chum in
  • chum up
  • dumb chum
  • new chum

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