Alum - English meaning

ˈæl.əm

Alum – definitions in English dictionary

noun
A colourless astringent compound which is a hydrated double sulphate of aluminium and potassium, used in solution in dyeing and tanning.
Usage examples:
It could also be treated by rubbing salt, brain or potash alum into the surface to produce a very p…

noun
A former pupil or student of a school, college, or university; an alumnus or alumna.
Usage examples:
A fellow wellesley alum

noun
A chemical substance containing aluminium used in dyeing (= changing the colour of something) and as an astringent (= substance that causes skin to tighten)
Usage examples:
Paul, although an englishman, is an arizona state alum., the interviewer asks a few questions, incl…

noun
Short for alumnus : someone who studied at a particular school, college, or university
Usage examples:
Paul, although an englishman, is an arizona state alum., the interviewer asks a few questions, incl…

noun
Short for alumnus : someone who worked for a particular organization, was involved in a particular tv show, etc., earlier in their working life
Usage examples:
Her comedian husband, like her, is a "saturday night live" alum., he's an alum of the chicago theat…