chummage

/ˈtʃʊmɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

the act of befriending or becoming close to someone, especially in a social or professional context.

“The company’s chummage with the local community helped them to gain a positive reputation.”

2. verb

to befriend or become close to someone, especially in a social or professional context.

“The new employee tried to chummage with her coworkers at the office party.”

Synonyms

  • befriend
  • befriending
  • cement
  • strengthen

Antonyms

  • alienate
  • estrange