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.”