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yum-yum

[yuhm-yuhm]
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interjection

(used to express enjoyment or satisfaction, especially in the taste of food.)
Also yum.

Origin of yum-yum

First recorded in 1880–85
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Historical Examples of yum-yum

  • He explains that a year before he had fallen in love with Yum-Yum, who returned his affection.

  • In the presence of Yum-Yum he is that most appealing figure, a strong man in love torn between desire and duty.

    Post-Impressions

    Simeon Strunsky

  • He is labouring under great excitement, and begs for information as to the dwelling of "a gentle maiden, Yum-Yum."