THRUM | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word THRUM in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of THRUM with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Thrum

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

late 16th century (as a verb): imitative

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: θrʌm
Dialects: British English
Definition:

make a continuous rhythmic humming sound

Short Definition:

make continuous rhythmic humming sound

Examples:
  • the boat's huge engines thrummed in his ears

Word: Thrum

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: θrʌm
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a continuous rhythmic humming sound

Short Definition:

continuous rhythmic humming sound

Examples:
  • the steady thrum of rain on the windows

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