hum
//hʌm//
Verb
humInfinitive
humPresent tense
hummedPast tense
hummedPast participle
hummingPresent participle
humsThird-person singular
1
To make a low, steady continuous sound like that of a bee.
The bees hummed around the flowers in the garden.
2
To sing with closed lips without articulating words.
She hummed a tune while cooking dinner.
3
To be in a state of busy activity.
The office was humming with activity before the big presentation.
Noun
humSingular
humsPlural
1
A low, steady continuous sound.
I could hear the hum of the refrigerator in the quiet kitchen.
2
A state of busy activity or excitement.
The office was full of hum as everyone prepared for the big event.