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thrum

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of thrum

a monotonous sound like that of an insect in motion

the steady thrum of the turbines in the power plant

Synonyms of thrum

burr, buzz, chirr, churr, drone, hum, purr, whir (also whirr), whiz (or whizz), zoom

Words Related to thrum

babble, coo, gasp, gurgle, hiss, moan, murmur, rustle, sigh, whisper

whish, zing, zip

Near Antonyms of thrum

bawl, howl, roar, scream, screech, shriek, squall, squeal, yelp, yell

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