by Definition of chum
Natural and artificial fish attractant used to lure fish to an area or as a trail to lead predatory fish to baits. Typically made of baitfish parts and/or blood, this is an extremely effective tactic for attracting fish, yet is illegal in many places. Always check your local regulations for use of chum.
Variations of the term chum
• bait balls
• feeding frenzy
How to use chum in a sentence
Chum the water with pieces of baitfish to attract predators to your baits.
