Meaning of the word humm in English
What does humm mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
humm
US /hʌm/
UK /hʌm/
Verb
1.
make a low, steady continuous sound like that of a bee
Example:
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The bees were humming around the flowers.
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The refrigerator started to hum loudly.
2.
sing with closed lips, without articulating words
Example:
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She began to hum a tune as she worked.
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He was humming contentedly to himself.
Noun
a low, steady continuous sound
Example:
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We could hear the distant hum of traffic.
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The hum of the air conditioner was constant.