Meaning of the word honeycomb in English

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

honeycomb

US /ˈhʌn.i.koʊm/

UK /ˈhʌn.i.kəʊm/

a structure of hexagonal cells of wax, made by bees to store honey and pollen and house their larvae.

Example:

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The beekeeper carefully removed a section of honeycomb from the hive.

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Fresh honeycomb is often eaten with cheese or bread.

Synonym:

beeswax comb waxcomb

a material or structure with a cellular or hexagonal pattern, resembling a honeycomb.

Example:

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The lightweight aircraft wing used a honeycomb structure for strength.

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The architect designed the building with a distinctive honeycomb facade.

Synonym:

cellular structure hexagonal pattern

to make or become full of holes or cavities, like a honeycomb.

Example:

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The old wooden beam had been honeycombed by termites.

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The rock face was honeycombed with small caves and crevices.

Synonym:

perforate riddle pockmark pit