Beekeeping Terms

noun a structure constructed by bees to house their colony

verb to gather or store in a hive

• The beekeeper carefully inspected each hive in the apiary.
• I heard there's a huge hive in the backyard filled with bees.
• Let's bail before we stumble upon a hive of trouble.
• The office was a hive of activity as everyone rushed to meet the deadline.

noun a structure of hexagonal cells made by bees out of wax for storing honey and eggs

• The honeycomb structure of the building provides excellent insulation.
• I love snacking on honeycomb while watching movies.
• That new phone case has a cool honeycomb pattern on it.
• The interconnected web of lies formed a honeycomb of deceit.

noun a natural wax produced by honeybees for constructing their honeycombs

• Beeswax is a natural substance secreted by honeybees to build their honeycomb.
• I heard that beeswax can be used in making homemade candles.
• Hey, do you know where I can get some beeswax for my DIY project?
• Her lips were sealed with beeswax, indicating she would not reveal the secret.