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Definition of bumblebee

bumblebee

/ˈbʌm.bəl.biː/
bum · ble · bee
Plural:bumblebees
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• noun

1

A large, hairy, social bee primarily of the genus Bombus, native mostly to higher altitudes and latitudes in the Northern Hemisphere, known for its loud, buzzing flight and role as a pollinator.

Example

"A plump bumblebee landed heavily on the lavender bush, moving methodically from blossom to blossom."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Early 16th century, replacing the earlier Middle English 'humbul-be' (humblebee). It is a compound of 'bumble' (meaning to buzz or hum continuously) and 'bee'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bumblebee. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bumblebee
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