ronronner
An intransitive verb is one that does not require a direct object (e.g., éternuer.).
intransitive verb
a. to purr (cat)
Le chaton ronronne quand je le caresse.The kitten purrs when I pet him.
a. to drone (engine, machine)
Le sèche-linge ronronnait pendant que Yann pliait ses autres vêtements.The dryer droned while Yann folded his other clothes.
b. to hum (engine, machine)
Le mécanicien écoutait avec satisfaction le moteur ronronner.The mechanic listened with satisfaction to the engine hum.
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