wasp
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Noun — A flying stinging insect related to bees and ants, usually with a slim waist and yellow-and-black markings.
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Etymology
From Old English wæps, from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "wasp," ultimately traced to a very old word for "weave" — a nod to the insect's woven-looking nests.
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What does “wasp” mean?
The word “wasp” means a flying stinging insect related to bees and ants, usually with a slim waist and yellow-and-black markings. In plain terms, a stinging flying insect similar to a bee but usually slimmer and more aggressive.
How do you pronounce “wasp”?
“Wasp” is pronounced wosp (/wɑsp/ in IPA).
How do you use “wasp” in a sentence?
Here is “wasp” used in a sentence: “A wasp got trapped inside the kitchen and stung the dog.”
What part of speech is “wasp”?
“Wasp” is a noun.
Where does the word “wasp” come from?
The word “wasp” comes from Old English. From Old English wæps, from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "wasp," ultimately traced to a very old word for "weave" — a nod to the insect's woven-looking nests.
Is “wasp” a common word?
“Wasp” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “wasp” have?
“Wasp” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a flying stinging insect related to bees and ants, usually with a slim waist and yellow-and-black markings.