1. short ends of yarn left on a loom after weaving
Usage: weaving

1. to play a stringed instrument by plucking the strings repeatedly
2. to make a continuous rhythmic humming or vibrating sound

Examples

• She thrums her guitar while sitting on the porch.
• The engine thrums steadily as the car idles.
• He thrums the banjo strings absent-mindedly.
• The air conditioner thrums throughout the night.
• The weaver collected the thrums to use for other projects.
• A gentle thrumming sound came from the machinery.
• She thrums a simple melody on her ukulele.