Rum Definition

rum
adjective
  1. beyond or deviating from the usual or expected; "a curious hybrid accent"; "her speech has a funny twang"; "they have some funny ideas about war"; "had an odd name"; "the peculiar aromatic odor of cloves"; "something definitely queer about this town"; "what a rum fellow"; "singular behavior"
noun
  1. liquor distilled from fermented molasses
  2. a card game based on collecting sets and sequences; the winner is the first to meld all their cards

"Rum" in song lyrics

See how rum is used in real songs:

  • "Drink some rum"
    Afroman — Let's All Get Drunk
  • "Start raising like rum"
    Akinyele f/ Christine McLean — Sex in the City
  • "Shots of that green rum"
    Apathy & Celph Titled f/ Phil Da Agony, Rugged, Tzaizm — Drink Specials

Usage tips for "rum"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "rum" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for rum to find words that pair well.

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