Meaning & Definition of word "Sam"

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    Sam

    /sæm/

    noun:

    • 1. A male given name, often a diminutive form of Samuel.
      • Example: Sam is my best friend from high school.
    • 2. An informal term for a person or character in various contexts.
      • Example: He’s a real sam, always ready to help others.

    verb:

    • 1. To sam, meaning to engage in a form of social or friendly visit.
      • Example: We should sam at the cafe this weekend.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Hebrew name Samuel, meaning 'God has heard'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Sam I Am:

    A character in Dr. Seuss's book who persistently offers green eggs and ham.

    Sam's Club:

    A membership-only warehouse retail club owned by Walmart.

    Related Words

    Samuel:

    A Hebrew name meaning 'God has heard'.

    Samantha:

    A feminine form of Samuel.

    Slang Meanings of sam

    Meaning: A term used among friends to refer to someone casually.

    Example Sentence: What's up, Sam?

    Meaning: A playful reference to someone acting silly.

    Example Sentence: Quit being a Sam!