Definition

The sound made by something that vibrates or moves quickly, often associated with insects like bees or machines.

Example

I could hear the buzzing of the bees in the garden.

Conversation

Did you hear that buzzing sound outside earlier?

Yeah, it was really loud! I thought it was a bee or something.

I wasn't sure if it was just my imagination or if there really was a buzzing noise.

No, it was definitely there — kind of annoying, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

Making a continuous humming or buzzing sound, often associated with insects or machines.

Example

The bees were buzzing around the flowers in the garden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that buzzing sound outside?

Yeah, it’s probably just the bees near the flowers.

I love how they make the garden feel alive with all that buzzing.

Root Explanation

Buzzing → The word 'buzz' originates from Middle English 'busse', imitative of the sound made by bees and other insects. The suffix '-ing' indicates the action or process. Therefore, 'buzzing' refers to the action of making a buzzing sound, typically associated with bees or similar insects.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound that bees make when they fly around — that's the 'buzz' you hear, and when they are actively making that sound, they are 'buzzing'.

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