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drumming

[ˈdrʌmɪŋ]

drumming Definition

  • 1the act of playing a drum or drums
  • 2a continuous rhythmic tapping or sound

Using drumming: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "drumming" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He was drumming his fingers on the table.

  • Example

    The drumming of the rain on the roof kept me awake all night.

  • Example

    She is an expert in drumming.

drumming Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for drumming

Phrases with drumming

  • drumming up business/support

    to try to create interest or support for something

    Example

    The company is drumming up business by offering discounts.

  • to tap one's fingers rhythmically on a surface

    Example

    He was drumming his fingers on the desk impatiently.

  • to dismiss someone from the army in a dishonorable way

    Example

    He was drummed out of the army for disobeying orders.

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Summary: drumming in Brief

Drumming [ˈdrʌmɪŋ] refers to the act of playing a drum or producing a continuous rhythmic tapping or sound. It can be used to describe someone who is an expert in drumming or someone who is impatiently tapping their fingers on a surface. Phrases like 'drumming up business/support' and 'drumming out of the army' are also common.

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