droning — making a continuous low humming sound
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: making a continuous low humming sound
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdroʊnɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 지속적이고 낮은 웅웅거리는 소리를 내는
Korean pronunciation: **드**로닝
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 old air conditioner's droning hum annoys office workers
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Amidst the droning, he's busy zoning and owning!
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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.
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“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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