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Monotony
Pronunciation : Mo*not"o*ny
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Gr. monotonie. See Monotonius.]
Definition : 1. A frequent recurrence of the same tone or sound, producing a dull uniformity; absence of variety, as in speaking or singing.
2. Any irksome sameness, or want of variety. At sea, everything that breaks the monotony of the surrounding expanse attracts attention. W. Irving.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913
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