English dictionary
hum
nounPronunciation
ˈhʌm
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- a humming noise
noun
- the state of being or appearing to be actively engaged in an activity
verb
- sing with closed lips
verb
- make a low continuous sound
verb
- sound with a monotonous hum
verb
- be noisy with activity
Example sentences
the hum of distant traffic
they manifested all the busyness of a pack of beavers
there is a constant hum of military preparation
She hummed a melody
The refrigerator is humming
This office is buzzing with activity