droning — making a continuous low humming sound
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: making a continuous low humming sound
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdroʊnɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- The CEO's droning presentation put half the board members to sleep.
- My roommate's droning snores sound like a broken lawn mower.
- The teacher noticed students falling asleep during her droning explanation.
droning
ADJECTIVE[/ˈdroʊnɪŋ/]
making a continuous low humming sound
The professor's droning voice put half the class to sleep by noon.
Amidst the droning, he's busy zoning and owning!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'dran' meaning drone bee, related to Old Norse 'drönr'. The word evolved from the continuous humming sound made by male bees to describe any monotonous, buzzing sound.
Breakdown
drone (root: male bee that makes continuous humming sound) + -ing (present participle suffix indicating ongoing action)
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📝Examples
“The CEO's droning presentation put half the board members to sleep.”
“My roommate's droning snores sound like a broken lawn mower.”
“The teacher noticed students falling asleep during her droning explanation.”
“The droning of bees in the garden created a peaceful atmosphere.”
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