Droning
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɹəʊnɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Droning is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of drone.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of drone.
More Meanings
- A dull humming sound.
- Tedious and monotonous speech or writing.
Example Sentences
Just be glad you never had to suffer my dronings first hand, Rufe.
For a long while a man may hear the droning of little insects and yet not be aware that he hath heard them, so may the gods not hear our prayers at first until they have been very oft repeated.
Word Forms
- dronings
Synonyms for droning
Depending on context, synonyms include drone, monotone, noisy, abuzz, buzzing.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include noisy, buzzing, abuzz, monotone, rumbling, buzz.
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