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Definition of: croon
(kr
n) v.t. & v.i.
1. To sing or hum in a low, monotonous manner; specifically, to sing (popular songs) with exaggerated sentiment or pathos.
2. Rare To bellow in a muffled tone.
—noun
1. A low, mournful humming or singing; the sound made in crooning.
2. A crooning song. [<MDu. kronen sing softly, lament]
—croon′er noun
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