humming
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B1
/ˈhʌmɪŋ/
(hum)
low continuous sound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'hum' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'hummen', where 'hum' meant 'to make a low continuous sound'.
Historical Evolution
'hummen' transformed into the modern English word 'hum'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make a low continuous sound', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41