Alums - English meaning

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…