buzzer
Buzzer (noun) means an electronic device that makes a buzzing sound as a signal or alarm. Example: “The buzzer rang to end the basketball game.”
How to use buzzer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA device that makes a short buzzing sound, often used as a signal.
Word forms
buzzers plural
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The _____ rang to end the basketball game.
Etymology
Formed from buzz + -er, "the thing that buzzes."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “buzzer” mean?
The word “buzzer” means an electronic device that makes a buzzing sound as a signal or alarm. In plain terms, a device that makes a short buzzing sound, often used as a signal.
How do you pronounce “buzzer”?
“Buzzer” is pronounced BUH-zuh (/ˈbʌzɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “buzzer” in a sentence?
Here is “buzzer” used in a sentence: “The buzzer rang to end the basketball game.”
What part of speech is “buzzer”?
“Buzzer” is a noun.
Is “buzzer” a common word?
“Buzzer” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.