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Synonyms & Similar Words
hum
sing
trill
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quaver
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chant
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murmure
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articulate
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modulate
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wail
moan
sigh
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coo
gurgle
babble
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troll
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cantillate
sol-fa
soliloquize
recitative
aria
air
ditty
tune
melody
song
cantata
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Meaning of Croon
to sing in a low, smooth voice, typically in a romantic or sentimental way
Definitions
- To sing in a low, smooth voice, typically in a romantic or sentimental way
- * To utter a low, murmuring sound, typically in a state of contentment or pleasure
Etymology of Croon
The word "croon" has its origins in the late 19th century, derived from the Scots and northern English dialect word "croon", which is related to the Old Norse word "krōna", meaning "to murmur" or "to drone"
Historically, the word was used to describe the sound of a brook or a bird, before being applied to human singing
Example Uses
- The singer began to croon a soft melody, his voice soothing the audience
- * She loved to croon old jazz standards in the shower
- * The sound of the brook was like a gentle croon, calming the mind and soul