Definition

A device that makes a buzzing sound, often used to signal or alert someone, like a doorbell or alarm.

Example

When the game ended, the buzzer sounded, indicating it was time to stop playing.

Conversation

Did you hear that loud buzzer outside?

Yeah, I wonder what it was for.

I think it might be the alarm from the gym; they always have that annoying buzzer.

True! It goes off at the most random times.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Buzzer → The word 'buzzer' is formed from 'buzz' (of imitative origin, representing the sound made by bees or similar noises) and the suffix '-er' (meaning a person or thing that performs a specified action). A buzzer is a device that makes a buzzing sound, typically used to signal or alert.

Memory Tip

Think of the sound 'buzz' that a bee makes, and remember that a 'buzzer' is something that makes that buzzing sound to alert or signal.

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