humming
Translation
humming, buzzing, droning
Examples
The humming of the bees filled the garden.
The humming of the bees filled the garden.
I could hear his soft humming from the next room.
I could hear his soft humming from the next room.
Grammar Patterns
((the humming of sth.)) the low, continuous sound made by (sth.) The humming of the bees filled the garden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: buzzing, droning, murmuring
Etymology
Of onomatopoeic origin, imitating the low, continuous sound made by bees or people.
Memory Tips
The word 'humming' sounds like the noise it describes. Imagine a bee saying 'hmmmm'.