Buzz
/bʌz/
Definitions
3 meaningsTo make a continuous humming or low droning sound.
/bʌz/
To make a low humming sound
The engine buzzed loudly.
💡 Simply: To make a humming sound.
More Examples
The city buzzed with activity.
How It's Used
"The bees were buzzing around the flowers."
A continuous humming or low droning sound.
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A low humming sound
There was a constant buzz in the background.
💡 Simply: A humming sound.
More Examples
The buzz of conversation filled the room.
How It's Used
"I heard a strange buzz coming from the electrical outlet."
A feeling of excitement, energy, or activity.
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A state of excitement or great activity
The city had a vibrant buzz.
💡 Simply: Excitement and activity.
More Examples
The concert had an electric buzz.
How It's Used
"There's a real buzz around the new product launch."
Idioms & expressions
the buzz
A feeling of excitement or great activity.
"There's a real buzz about the upcoming event."
From Middle English *buzzen, of imitative origin.
The word 'buzz' has been used to describe a humming sound since at least the 16th century.
Memory tip
Think of the sound bees make.
Word Origin
"Imitative of the sound."