Definition

A continuous, low, dull sound that is often monotonous and repetitive.

Example

The droning of the engine made it hard to concentrate.

Conversation

Did you hear that constant droning sound outside?

Yeah, I thought it was just my imagination at first.

I wonder what it could be; it’s really distracting.

It might be a lawnmower or something, but it’s so annoying!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To make a continuous, low, humming sound, often in a monotonous way.

Example

The sound of the bees droning filled the garden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that droning sound outside earlier?

Yeah, it was so annoying! I thought it was a bee or something.

I know, right? It just kept droning on and on.

Root Explanation

Droning → The word 'droning' originates from the Old English 'drān', meaning a continuous humming or buzzing sound, and the suffix '-ing', which indicates the action or process of. Thus, 'droning' refers to the action of making a continuous humming or buzzing noise.

Memory Tip

Imagine a sound that keeps going on and on, like a continuous hum or buzz — that's what 'droning' means.

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