drum on

drum on (something)

To beat rhythmically on something. I drummed on the counter while waiting for the bank teller to process my transaction.
See also: drum, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

drum on something

to tap, thump, or beat on something in rhythm. Who is drumming on the table? Please stop drumming on the wall.
See also: drum, on
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • drum on (something)
  • drum
  • drum out
  • counter with
  • counter with (something)
  • drum up
  • bang the drum
  • bang/beat the drum
  • bang the drum for (someone or something)
  • drum out of (something)