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Meaning of beehive
A structure where bees live and breed, typically in a nest or hive.
Etymology of beehive
The word "beehive" has its roots in Old English, with "bēo" meaning "bee" and "hīf" or "hyf" meaning "hive" or "nest", ultimately derived from Proto-Germanic and Proto-Indo-European roots.
Historically, the term has been used to describe both natural and artificial structures where bees live and breed.
Synonyms
apiary
colony
hive
nest
swarm
comb
brood
insectary
insect house
honeycomb
honey house
insect farm
bee house
bee colony
bee nest
insect nest
bee swarm
beeyard
apiculture
beekeeping
honey production
insect habitat
bee habitat
insect home
bee home
insect colony
social colony
insect community
communal nest
social nest
insect society
bee society
hive mind
collective nest
insect collective
bee collective
Definitions
- A structure, typically a box or nest, where bees live and breed, producing honey and wax.
- * A place or situation characterized by intense activity or industry.
Usage Examples
- The beekeeper carefully opened the beehive to inspect the colony.
- * The office was a beehive of activity, with employees working tirelessly to meet the deadline.