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rum

n. C / U
C2 Proficiency US //ˈɹəm// UK //ɹˈʌm// rum Archaic Informal Slang

n. a strong alcoholic drink made from sugar. It is often used in cocktails or for baking.

n. a distilled alcoholic liquor made from sugarcane products, such as molasses or honey.


SIMPLE

He ordered a glass of dark rum at the bar.

CONTEXTUAL

The recipe calls for a splash of aged rum to enhance the flavor of the cake.

COMPLEX

Historically, the production and trade of rum were central to the economy of the Caribbean, influencing global maritime routes and colonial power dynamics for centuries.

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Usage

Uncountable when referring to the liquid; countable when referring to specific varieties or individual servings.

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