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chum
noun
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Definition of chum:

chum (noun):
a close friend
a close friend pal
bait consisting of chopped fish and fish oils that are dumped overboard to attract fish.

Synonyms for chum:

colleagueacquaintanceintimatelurecockbuddypartnerpalfriendcompanion
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Antonyms for chum:

assailantforeignerenemybossopponentadversarystrangercompetitionopposernemesis
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