What does RUMMY mean?

Definition of "Rummy"

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Adjective

2. Definitions:

• Noun: a card game, typically for two to four players, in which the object is to score points by forming sets and sequences of cards.
• Adjective: strange; odd; peculiar.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈrʌmi/
• UK: /ˈrʌmi/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "rummy" originated from the game of "rum" which was popular in the 19th century. The game was later renamed "rummy" and has since become a popular card game worldwide. As an adjective, "rummy" is used to describe something that is strange or odd. The term is also used informally to describe someone who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

5. Synonyms:

• Card game: Gin rummy, Canasta, Bridge, Poker
• Adjective: Strange, Peculiar, Odd, Quirky

6. Related Words:

• Crumb
• Dummy
• Gummy
• Mummy
• Tummy

7. Example Sentences:

• He and his friends played a game of rummy every Friday night.
• She had a rummy feeling that something wasn quite right.
• He had a few too many drinks and was acting a bit rummy.