Meaning of the word bumblebee in English

What does bumblebee mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

bumblebee

US /ˈbʌm.bəl.biː/
UK /ˈbʌm.bəl.biː/
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Noun

a large, hairy social bee with a loud hum, typically black and yellow, that nests in the ground.

Example:
A fuzzy bumblebee buzzed around the flowers.
The sound of a bumblebee is quite distinct.
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