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bumblebee

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Noun — Any of several species of large, furry bee in the genus Bombus, known for their loud buzz.

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bumblebee sting a fuzzy bumblebee

Etymology

From bumble ("to buzz") + bee, first recorded in the 1520s, replacing the earlier Middle English "humbul-be."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bumblebee” mean?

The word “bumblebee” means any of several species of large, furry bee in the genus Bombus, known for their loud buzz. In plain terms, a big, fuzzy, loudly buzzing bee.

How do you pronounce “bumblebee”?

“Bumblebee” is pronounced BUHM-buhl-bee (/ˈbʌmbəlˌbiː/ in IPA).

How do you use “bumblebee” in a sentence?

Here is “bumblebee” used in a sentence: “A bumblebee drifted lazily between the lavender blooms.”

What part of speech is “bumblebee”?

“Bumblebee” is a noun.

Where does the word “bumblebee” come from?

The word “bumblebee” dates back to around 1520 and comes from Middle English. From bumble ("to buzz") + bee, first recorded in the 1520s, replacing the earlier Middle English "humbul-be.".

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