rum Meaning & Definition
What Does Rum Mean?
As a symbol, rum means ISO 639-2/B language code for Romanian. As a noun, it means A spirit distilled from various preparations of sugarcane, particularly fermented cane sugar and molasses. As an adjective, it means Fine, excellent, valuable.
Rum in Brief
| Part of speech | symbol, noun, adjective |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ɹʌm/ |
| Synonyms | peculiar, strange and unusual |
| Plural | rums |
| Comparative / superlative | rummer, rummest |
Rum Definition (Symbol)
- ISO 639-2/B language code for Romanian.
Rum as a Noun
- A spirit distilled from various preparations of sugarcane, particularly fermented cane sugar and molasses.
The Royal Navy used to issue a rum ration to sailors.
- A serving of rum.
Jake tossed down three rums.
- A kind or brand of rum.
Bundaberg is one of my favourite rums.
- A similar spirit distilled from similar preparations of sugarbeets, sorghum, etc.
- A strange person or thing.
- A country parson.
Rum as an Adjective
- Fine, excellent, valuable.
having a rum time
- Strange, peculiar.
a rum idea; a rum fellow
Noun
- Any odd person or thing.
Noun
- The card game rummy.
Synonyms of Rum
Rum in a Sentence
The Royal Navy used to issue a rum ration to sailors.
Jake tossed down three rums.
Bundaberg is one of my favourite rums.
having a rum time
a rum idea; a rum fellow
Word Forms & Grammar
rum (countable and uncountable, plural rums)
rum (comparative rummer, superlative rummest)
rum (plural rums)
rum
Words That Rhyme With Rum
Origin of Rum
Origin 1: In common use since at least 1654,[1] of uncertain origin. Theories include:
Origin 2: From the earlier form rome (“good”, slang); possibly of Romani origin; compare rom.
Origin 3: Shortening of rummy.
Questions People Ask About Rum
Is rum a symbol or a noun?
Rum is mainly used as a symbol, but it can also be used as a noun and an adjective.
What is another word for rum?
Close synonyms of rum are peculiar, strange and unusual. See the full list of rum synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of rum?
The plural of rum is rums.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of rum?
The comparative form is rummer and the superlative form is rummest.