noun
honeypot
Honeypot (noun) means a container that holds honey.
noun
1
A container that holds honey.
2
Anything, or anyone, seen as appealing or tempting in a similar way.
"ES's original intention was to run beyond Berlin to the tourist honeypots of Dresden and Prague, but a lack of suitable train paths means that won't be possible until March 2024."
— Ben Jones, Night train dreams struggle to overcome railway realities (2023)
"Computer experts install honeypots to trick hackers."
— , Data leak: Cyber sherlocks outwit hackers (2007)
3
(informal) A loving nickname, like 'honey'.
4
(vulgar, slang) A woman's genitals.
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Etymology
From Middle English hwny pott; equivalent to honey + pot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of honeypot?
"honeypot" (noun) means a container that holds honey.
What is another word for honeypot?
Other words for "honeypot" include cooze, beaver, bush, crack, cooter, cookie.
What are the different meanings of honeypot?
"honeypot" has 3 main meanings: 1. A container that holds honey; 2. Anything, or anyone, seen as appealing or tempting in a similar way; 3. (informal) A loving nickname, like 'honey'.
