26984 words

mum

4 definitions • 6 examples
1
a mother:

Examples:

I'll ask my mum if I can go.
[ as form of address ] Happy birthday, Mum .
All the mums and dads are invited to the school play at the end of the year.
She loves being a mum.
2
to say nothing about a subject:

Examples:

It's not official yet, so keep mum.
3
silent in order not to tell anyone what you know:

Examples:

The governor is keeping mum about his plans.
4
short form ofchrysanthemum

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