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strum

pronunciation:: struhm
parts of speech:: verb, noun
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part of speech:	verb
inflections:	strums, strumming, strummed
definition:	to play by running the fingers in a light way across the strings. I strum my guitar whenever I feel sad.
related words:	pluck

part of speech:	noun
definition:	an act, instance, or sound of strumming. I listened for the strum of the guitar in the next room.

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