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Meaning:

Noun:

  • A continuous, humming noise, as of bees; a confused murmur, as of general conversation in low tones, or of a general expression of surprise or approbation.
  • A rush or feeling of energy or excitement.
  • A whisper; a report spread secretly or cautiously.
  • slang A telephone call.
  • The audible friction of voice consonants.

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Verb:

  • aviation To fly very low over an airport or other location.
  • To make a low, continuous, humming or sibilant sound, like that made by bees with their wings. Hence: To utter a murmuring sound; to speak with a low, humming voice.
  • To sound forth by buzzing.
  • To talk to incessantly or confidentially in a low humming voice.
  • To whisper; to communicate, as tales, in an under tone; to spread, as report, by whispers, or secretly.

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