2 entries under this word

Chum

Chŭm, n.

noun

n. [Probably a contraction from comrade. Cf. also A-S. cuma, a comer, guest.] A chamber-fellow, especially in a college or university; one who lodges or resides in the same room.

Chüm, v. i.

verbintransitive

v. i. [From the noun.] To occupy a chamber with another; as, to chum together. [U. S.]