cum
5 synonyms for cum, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Preposition — Combined with; serving as both one thing and another.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
ejaculate
seminal fluid
Synonyms by Meaning
1. preposition
Combined with; serving as both one thing and another.
“They converted the garage into a gym-cum-workshop at the back of the house.”
Etymology
The "combined with" sense is a learned borrowing of the Latin word cum, meaning "with."
Full origin of cum →Frequently asked questions
What does “cum” mean?
The word “cum” means combined with; serving as both one thing and another.
How do you pronounce “cum”?
“Cum” is pronounced kuhm (/kʌm/ in IPA).
How do you use “cum” in a sentence?
Here is “cum” used in a sentence: “It's a studio-cum-office, used for painting by day and paperwork by night.”
What part of speech is “cum”?
Depending on how it is used, “cum” can be a preposition and a noun.
Where does the word “cum” come from?
The word “cum” comes from Latin. The "combined with" sense is a learned borrowing of the Latin word cum, meaning "with.".
Is “cum” a common word?
“Cum” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “cum” have?
“Cum” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: combined with; serving as both one thing and another.
