humming

[ˈhʌmɪŋ]

humming Definition

• 1. to make a low, steady continuous sound like that of a bee
• 2. to sing a tune with closed lips

Using humming: Examples

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

• Example

  The refrigerator was humming in the background.

• Example

  She was humming a song while doing the dishes.

• Example

  The bees were humming around the flowers in the garden.

humming Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for humming

• buzzing
• whirring
• crooning

Phrases with humming

• humming noise

  a low, steady continuous sound like that of a bee

  Example

  The humming noise of the air conditioner kept me awake all night.

• humming along

  to sing or play a tune with closed lips, making a humming sound

  Example

  He was humming along to the music playing on the radio.

• hummingbird

  a small bird with iridescent feathers and a long slender bill that is capable of hovering in mid-air by rapidly flapping its wings

  Example

  The hummingbird was feeding on the nectar of the flowers in the garden.

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Summary: humming in Brief

The verb 'humming' [ˈhʌmɪŋ] refers to making a low, steady continuous sound like that of a bee or singing a tune with closed lips. It can be used to describe the sound of appliances or animals, as well as a person humming a song. Phrases like 'humming noise' and 'humming along' further illustrate the different contexts in which 'humming' can be used.