noun
beekeeping
BEE-kee-ping
Beekeeping (noun) means the activity of keeping and looking after bees, usually to collect honey. Example: “He took up beekeeping after retiring and now keeps three hives.”
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The activity of keeping and looking after bees, usually to collect honey.
"He took up beekeeping after retiring and now keeps three hives."
"Beekeeping requires regular checks on the hive through spring and summer."
"Local beekeeping groups often meet to share tips on caring for colonies."
How to use beekeeping
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishLooking after bees, usually to get honey from them.
When to use it
It is a neutral, everyday term used in both hobby and professional contexts.
Memory tip
Remember it is uncountable, so you say beekeeping, not a beekeeping or beekeepings.
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Common pairings
take up beekeeping
beekeeping equipment
urban beekeeping
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Etymology
Beekeeping is a compound formed simply from bee and keeping.
Synonyms
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apiculture
Rhymes for beekeeping
weeping
peeping
keeping
beeping
seeping
sleeping
creeping
sweeping
bleeping
safekeeping
bookkeeping
peacekeeping
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Frequently asked questions
What is beekeeping?
Beekeeping is the practice of keeping and caring for bees, often to produce honey.
Is there another word for beekeeping?
Yes, apiculture means the same thing and is the more technical term.
Do you need special equipment for beekeeping?
Most beekeepers use a hive, protective clothing and tools for handling the bees, though specific requirements vary by setup.
What is the meaning of beekeeping?
"beekeeping" (noun) means the activity of keeping and looking after bees, usually to collect honey.
