Definition

A brownish food made by bees from a mix of pollen and honey, used to feed their young.

Example

The beekeeper harvested beebread to provide nourishment for the bee larvae.

Conversation

Have you ever tried beebread?

No, I haven't even heard of it before. What is it?

It's this nutritious food made by bees, a mix of pollen and honey.

That sounds interesting! I might have to look for some.

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Root Explanation

Beebread is formed from "bee" (from Old English *beo*, meaning the insect known for producing honey) and "bread" (from Old English *brēad*, meaning a type of food made from flour). The term refers to a substance made by bees, often consisting of pollen mixed with honey, which serves as food for the young bees.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'bee' as the insect that produces honey and 'bread' as a type of food. This helps you remember that 'beebread' is the food made by bees for their young.

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