drum on (something)

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drum on (something)

To beat rhythmically on something. I drummed on the counter while waiting for the bank teller to process my transaction.
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drum on something

to tap, thump, or beat on something in rhythm. Who is drumming on the table? Please stop drumming on the wall.
See also: drum, on
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The shed became semidark, and the sharp rattle of the drums on two sides drowned the sick man's groans.
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