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Meaning of hum and haw

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

hum and haw

Pronunciation:/ˌhʌm ənd ˈhɔː/

verb

Definitions

  1. To procrastinate; to take a long time before doing something or taking a decision.

    Example: We hummed and hawed before finally deciding to buy this house.