Food & drink pronunciation

humdrum

/ˈhʌmˌdɹʌm/

IPA
/ˈhʌmˌdɹʌm/
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/food/humdrum/

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Meaning

noun

The quality of lacking variety or excitement.

noun

A stupid fellow.

adjective

Lacking variety or excitement; dull; boring.

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