tam
1 synonym for tam, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — A common short form of the female given names Tamara or Tamsin.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
A diminutive of longer given names such as Tamara or Tamsin.
Full origin of tam →Frequently asked questions
What does “tam” mean?
The word “tam” means a common short form of the female given names Tamara or Tamsin.
How do you pronounce “tam”?
“Tam” is pronounced tam (/tæm/ in IPA).
What part of speech is “tam”?
“Tam” is a name.
Is “tam” a common word?
“Tam” is an uncommon word in modern English.
