Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drummy
Adjective
/ˈdrʌmi/
Definition
A term used to describe a sound that is hollow or resonates in a drum-like manner.
Examples
- The old wooden door had a drummy sound when knocked on, indicating it was hollow inside.
- He could tell the drum was drummy, lacking the deep resonance of a well-built instrument.
- The drummy echo in the empty hall felt eerie as they walked through it.
Meaning
Drummy refers to a sound or quality that resembles that of a drum being struck, often used to indicate a lack of substance or fullness in sound.
Synonyms
- Hollow
- Resonant
- Thudding
- Echoing
