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Definitions

drone

[drohn] / droʊn /
NOUN
person who is lazy
Synonyms
STRONG
idler leech loafer lounger parasite slug sluggard sponger
Antonyms
WEAK
overachiever quiet silence workaholic
NOUN
continuous noise
Synonyms
STRONG
buzz hum murmur purr sound vibration whirr
Antonyms
WEAK
overachiever quiet silence
VERB
making noise continuously
Synonyms
STRONGEST
purr whirr
STRONG
bombinate buzz chant drawl hum intone nasalize sound strum thrum vibrate
Antonyms
WEAK
be quiet silence

Example Sentences

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This showcases drone photography, which is very much part of my workflow now.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The launches follow Seoul's expression of regret on Monday over civilian drone incursions into the North in January, with President Lee calling it "irresponsible" and noting that government officials had been involved in the operation.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Putting a drone up doesn't guarantee a good photo.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

“These are challenging things, even with drone technology,” said Will Bible, digital products leader at Deloitte & Touche.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Once I’m safely on the other side, a tiny metal drone floats over to where I’m standing.

From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston