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honeysuckle

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Noun — A climbing shrub with fragrant, tube-shaped flowers.

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honeysuckle vine scent of honeysuckle

Etymology

From Old English huniġsūce, "honey" + "suck", referring to the sweet nectar that can be sucked from the flowers.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “honeysuckle” mean?

The word “honeysuckle” means a climbing shrub with fragrant, tube-shaped flowers. In plain terms, a fragrant flowering vine popular in gardens, often attracting bees and hummingbirds.

How do you pronounce “honeysuckle”?

“Honeysuckle” is pronounced HUH-nih-suhkl (/ˈhʌn.i.sʌk.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “honeysuckle” in a sentence?

Here is “honeysuckle” used in a sentence: “The honeysuckle along the fence filled the garden with a sweet scent all summer.”

What part of speech is “honeysuckle”?

“Honeysuckle” is a noun.

Where does the word “honeysuckle” come from?

The word “honeysuckle” comes from Old English. From Old English huniġsūce, "honey" + "suck", referring to the sweet nectar that can be sucked from the flowers.

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