pom
Americannoun
abbreviation
noun
Etymology
Origin of pom
Probably by back formation
Example Sentences
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E! flew out 50 women — one from each state — to line the gridiron of the Coliseum with pom poms in hand to meet their potential future boyfriend.
From Salon • Sep. 27, 2023
They’ve subbed out red pom poms for white ones so the dye won’t run in rain that is teasing its return from a leaden November sky.
From Washington Times • Nov. 18, 2022
And they’ve subbed out red pom poms for white ones so the dye won’t run in rain that is teasing its return from a leaden November sky.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 17, 2022
And at the centre of it, her white bed is festooned with scatter cushions, fairy lights and pom poms.
From BBC • Mar. 6, 2022
But if for some reason the door is locked, pull the sausage patties you saved pom this morning's breakfast out and fling them like Frisbees.
From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds
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