Droner

/ˈdroʊnər/ noun

Definition

Someone who drones; a person who speaks in a monotonous, dull voice; also something that makes a droning sound.

Etymology

From 'drone' with the agent suffix '-er,' creating 'droner' to mean 'one who drones.' This straightforward formation follows standard English word-building patterns.

Kelly Says

Teachers are often called 'droners,' but the funny thing is that monotone actually comes partly from nervousness or enthusiasm—some of the most brilliant professors sound boring simply because they're speaking at a slightly faster, more uniform pace!

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