Synonym of um: a noise indicating doubt, uncertainty, &c.
Synonym of hmm: a noise indicating thought, consideration, &c.
To produce low sounds which blend continuously
To express by humming.
To reek, smell bad.
To make a sound from the vocal chords without pronouncing any real words, with one's lips closed.
To drone like certain insects naturally do in motion, or sounding similarly
To buzz, be busily active like a beehive
Unpleasant odour.
A phenomenon, or collection of phenomena, involving widespread reports of a persistent and invasive low-frequency humming, rumbling, or droning noise not audible to all people.
Busy activity, like the buzz of a beehive.
A hummed tune, i.e. created orally with lips closed.
An often indistinct sound resembling human humming.
Used to indicate lack of sympathy
To endure.
To toughen.
Harsh or severe.
Difficult or demanding.
Stubborn or persistent; capable of stubbornness or persistence.
Strong and resilient; sturdy.
Undergoing plastic deformation before breaking.
Difficult to cut or chew.
Rugged or physically hardy.
Rowdy or rough.
A person who obtains things by force; a thug or bully.