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Raredoldrums
The correct spelling is doldrums.
How to pronounce doldrums
/ˈdɒldɹəmz/
nounIPA: /ˈdɒldɹəmz/
Say it like: Dol-dru-ms
The correct spelling is doldrums. A slothful or stupid person. For example: "I was in the doldrums yesterday and just didn’t feel inspired."
Usage Examples
“I was in the doldrums yesterday and just didn’t feel inspired.”
Definition
noun
- 1.A slothful or stupid person.
- 2.Usually preceded by the: a state of apathy or lack of interest; a situation where one feels boredom, ennui, or tedium; a state of listlessness or malaise.
- 3.Usually preceded by the: the state of a sailing ship when it is impeded by calms or light, baffling winds, and is unable to make progress.
- 4.(by extension) Usually preceded by the: a part of the ocean near the equator where calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds are common.
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