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I heard a soft hum from the fan.
What does Hum mean?
Hum means to make a low steady sound.
Dictionary definition
To make a low steady sound, often with closed lips; the sound itself can also be called a hum.
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Hum in a sentence
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She likes to hum while she draws.
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The steady hum of the machine filled the room.
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What does hum mean?
Hum describes a soft steady sound.
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Which word is closest in meaning to hum?
Hum and buzz can both describe steady sounds.
Practice 3
Which word is a useful opposite of hum?
Silence means no sound.
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Partverb, noun.
MeaningHum means to make a low steady sound.
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Hum means to make a low steady sound.
Common mix-up
Hum is not the same as shout. Hum means hum means to make a low steady sound.
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