The Online Slang Dictionary
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Definition of bum

bum    Featured Word

verb

  1. to be sad.
    Are you bumming about her again?
  2. to "borrow" something that you need but don't have. Etymology: from bums (homeless people,) who "borrow" money, cigarettes, etc.
    Do you mind if I bum a few dollars from you for lunch?
  3. butt. Origin: British.
    He fell his bum.

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