Verboticism: Hohumdrum
DEFINITION: n. The slow but steady rise of murmurs, coughs or harrumphs in audience. May indicate dissatisfaction, or the presence of a lethally infectious virus. v. To clear one's throat
Hohumdrum
Created by: Jabberwocky
Pronunciation: ho/hum/drum
Sentence: Hohumdrum often sweeps over bored audiences causing sighs and halitosis
Etymology: ho hum + humdrum
Points: 620