Definition & Meaning of "chum"in English

Chum

a large Pacific salmon with small spots on its back; an important food fish

bait consisting of chopped fish and fish oils that are dumped overboard to attract fish

a close friend or companion, often used in an informal, friendly context

brother

buddy

crony

pal

sidekick

Informal

Examples

Hey, chum, how've you been?

We 've been chums since grade school.

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