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Meaning of 'Doldrums'

What does the saying 'Doldrums' mean?

Idiom: Doldrums

Meaning:

If a person is in the doldrums, they are depressed. If a project or something similar is in the doldrums, it isn't making any progress.
Country: International English | Subject Area: Weather | Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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