NYT Dictionary

CHUM

/t͡ʃʌm/
NounVerbTSUHMGrade 4

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2019, 2020, 2024, 2025

Meaning

A friend; a pal.

Etymology

Origin: Celtic languages

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

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

babberbillybredrinbruvbudbuddobuddybuttychaverchina

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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