Doldrums
Pronunciation : Dol"drums
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [Cf. Gael. doltrum grief, vexation]
Definition : Defn: A part of the ocean near the equator, abounding in calms, squalls, and light, baffling winds, which sometimes prevent all progress for weeks; -- so called by sailors. To be in the doldrums, to be in a state of listlessness ennui, or tedium.
pl.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913