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humdrum

adj
/ˈhʌmdɹʌm/

Etymology

Possible reduplication of hum, 1550s.

Definitions

  1. Lacking variety or excitement

    Lacking variety or excitement; dull; boring.

    • He suggested cusk, because he knew they would have it. She had never heard of cusk. “Doesn't it sound exotic!” she said. “Exotic indeed!” he laughed, and almost told her what a humdrum fish it really was, but stopped himself.

  2. The quality of lacking variety or excitement.

    • I think it helped distract us from the dry, humdrum, and heat of the here and now.

  3. A stupid fellow.

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