Meaning of the word mum in English
What does mum mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
mum
US /mʌm/
UK /mʌm/
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a large cultivated chrysanthemum with many small florets, typically grown for exhibition
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The garden was filled with colorful mums in autumn.
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She arranged a bouquet of fresh mums for the centerpiece.
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Adjective
to keep silent; to say nothing
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He decided to keep mum about the surprise party.
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Keep mum, don't tell anyone what you saw.
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