Lull Definition & Meaning

lull
noun
  1. a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished; "there was never a letup in the noise"
  2. a period of calm weather; "there was a lull in the storm"
verb
  1. calm by deception; "Don't let yourself be lulled into a false state of security"
  2. become quiet or less intensive; "the fighting lulled for a moment"
  3. make calm or still; "quiet the dragons of worry and fear"

"Lull" in song lyrics

See how lull is used in real songs:

  • "Dull and system missed the funk I'm in a lull"
    Aesop Rock f/ Dose One — Odessa
  • "harrison lull"
    AOL — AOL
  • "Ban urges Israel, Hamas to build on Gaza lull"
    IBN Live — IBN Live

Usage tips for "lull"

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