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drum
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- pronunciation:
- druhm
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A drum is an instrument for playing music. It has a round shape and is hollow inside. It is covered at one or both ends by a tight material. You play a drum by beating it with sticks or your hands.
It takes a lot of practice to play drums well.
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| definition 2: |
A drum is also a round container with a flat bottom and top. A drum is similar to a can, but it is very strong and sometimes very big.
Oil is stored in drums.
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| related words: |
instrument |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
drums, drumming, drummed |
| definition 1: |
When you drum, you hit or strike a drum.
We heard people drumming when we went to see the parade. |
| definition 2: |
When you drum your fingers on a table, you hit or tap the table again and again.
While waiting for everyone to finish eating, Frankie drummed his fingers on the table.- similar words:
- knock, tap
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| definition 3: |
When someone drums something into you, it means that they force you or help you to learn something by repeating it over and over.
Jason's parents drummed into him that he could do anything in life if he worked hard enough.Ivy knew she had to pass the test, so her friend drummed the answers into her.- similar words:
- pound
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| related words: |
pound, roll, tap |
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