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Humdum

हमदम
HUM-dum

A term of endearment meaning 'companion' or 'beloved'.

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Meaning & usage

Humdum is a Hindi and Urdu term used to refer to a close companion or beloved person. It is often used in poetry and songs to express deep affection and companionship. The word is derived from Persian, where 'hum' means 'together' and 'dam' means 'breath', symbolizing someone with whom you share your breath or life.

In a sentence

In the song, the singer refers to his partner as his humdum, expressing their deep bond.

As seen in crosswords

Humdum is a 6-letter answer. A typical clue:

“A term of endearment meaning 'companion' or 'beloved'” (6)

Category: General Origin: Persian Script: Hindi

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