doldrums
/ˈdɒldɹəmz/noun
Middle School
1
Usually preceded by the: a state of apathy or lack of interest; a situation where one feels boredom, ennui, or tedium; a state of listlessness or malaise.
2
Usually preceded by the: the state of a sailing ship when it is impeded by calms or light, baffling winds, and is unable to make progress.
3
Usually preceded by the: a part of the ocean near the equator where calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds are common.
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