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chummy

chum·my

chummy

 
pronunciation:
chuh mi
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part of speech: adjective
inflections: chummier, chummiest
definition: (informal) in a close, friendly relationship, or acting as if one were or wished to be in such a relationship.
She and my sister have been chummy since high school.He seemed very chummy with her at the party last night.Don't try to get chummy with me; I know what you want.
synonyms:
close, friendly, intimate
similar words:
affectionate, companionable, congenial, devoted, familiar, sociable
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derivations: chummily (adv.), chumminess (n.)