RUM


Meaning of RUM in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' r ə m

Function: noun

Etymology: probably short for obsolete rumbullion rum

Date: 1654

1 : an alcoholic beverage distilled from a fermented cane product (as molasses)

2 : alcoholic liquor <the demon rum >

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