English
Etymology
Gael. doltrum: grief, vexation?
Pronunciation
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Noun
doldrums
#A part of the ocean near the equator, abounding in calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds, which sometimes prevent all progress for weeks; -- so called by sailors
#(always plural) the state of boredom, malaise, apathy or lack of interest; a state of listlessness ennui, or tedium
#:I was in the doldrums yesterday and just didn't feel inspired.
Adjective
doldrum
#boring, uninteresting
#:She quit her doldrum job and left to seek a life of adventure.
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