Odd
Odd adjective - Different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion.
Usage example: odd behavior that prompted one of the waiting passengers to alert airport security
Rum is a synonym for odd (British) in usual topic. In some cases you can use "Rum" instead an adjective "Odd", when it comes to topics like peculiar. informal substitute
Rum
Rum adjective - Different from the ordinary in a way that causes curiosity or suspicion.
Usage example: she wears staid business suits, but prefers some quite rum knickers underneath
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- J.B. Priestley's Dangerous Corner requires Stanton to say "It's very rum ..." (antiquated word for odd, strange, peculiar) while pouring drinks.
Source: Have A Gay Old Time / Theatre -
Odd, since they explicitly mention other name brands, such as Bacardi rum and Beretta pistols.
Source: Manga / Black Lagoon
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