rummer

English

Etymology 1

From Dutch roemer, romer. Akin to German Römer, Swedish remmare; perhaps properly, Roman.

Alternative forms

Noun

rummer (plural rummers)

  1. A large drinking-glass studded with prunts to ensure a safe grip, popular in the Rhineland and the Netherlands from the 15th century to the 17th century.

Etymology 2

Adjective

rummer

  1. comparative form of rum: more rum
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