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Chum Definition & Meaning

chum
noun
  1. a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
  2. bait consisting of chopped fish and fish oils that are dumped overboard to attract fish
  3. a large Pacific salmon with small spots on its back; an important food fish

"Chum" in song lyrics

See how chum is used in real songs:

  • "that Diamond Shell is not the average bum chum"
    Diamond Shell — Grand Imperial Diamond Shell
  • "I had to fight to get a crumb it's the white shark in the chum"
    Lordz of Brooklyn — The Bad Racket
  • "And I go into a frenzy when you pour in the chum"
    Random f/ Side Effect — Get Equipped

Words that rhyme with chum

Usage tips for "chum"

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Frequently asked questions

What does chum mean?
a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities bait consisting of chopped fish and fish oils that are dumped overboard to attract fish a large Pacific salmon with small spots on its back; an important food fish
What part of speech is chum?
Chum is a noun.
How many definitions does chum have?
Chum has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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