yum-yum

[ yuhm-yuhm ]
/ ˈyʌmˈyʌm /

interjection

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

Origin of yum-yum

First recorded in 1880–85

Words nearby yum-yum

yulan, yule, yule log, yuletide, yum, yum-yum, yuma, yuman, yummo, yummy, yummy mummy

Example sentences from the Web for yum-yum

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

    The Secrets of a Savoyard |Henry A. Lytton

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

    The Secrets of a Savoyard |Henry A. Lytton