Humming

/ˈhʌmɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A continuous low sound.

The humming of the refrigerator was barely audible.

A tune or song hummed by a person.

Her humming filled the room with a cheerful atmosphere.

verb

To make a low, continuous sound like that of a bee.

She was humming a catchy tune while doing the dishes.

To sing with closed lips without articulating words.

He was humming softly to himself as he walked through the park.

To be filled with a low continuous sound; to buzz.

The computer was humming quietly in the background.

Middle English 'humme', imitative of the sound.

humming along

to participate in a cheerful way while not fully engaged.

humming with activity

to be very busy or lively.

humming to oneself

to sing softly or quietly to oneself.

hum

to make a low, continuous sound

buzz

to make a low, continuous humming sound

drone

to make a dull, continuous humming sound

Feeling good or in a great mood.

After a good meeting, I'm really humming today!

In a state of excitement or energy.

The crowd was humming with anticipation before the concert.