Definition

To make a low, continuous humming or buzzing sound.

Example

The bees began to bombinate as they flew around the garden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you noticed how the bees bombinate around the flowers in the garden?

Yeah, it's such a soothing sound to hear them buzzing.

I could sit there for hours just listening to them bombinate.

Same here! It really makes me appreciate nature more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bombinate is derived from the Latin "bombinare" (meaning to buzz or hum), which is formed from the root "bombus" (meaning a buzzing sound). The word "bombinate" means to make a humming or buzzing noise, often associated with bees or similar sounds.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound of bees buzzing — that's what 'bombinate' means, as it relates to the buzzing sound ('bombus').

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