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buzz

(b/@/z )

sound of rapid vibration(noun.event)

Example:
The buzz of a bumble bee.

Synonym:
bombilation, bombination

source: wordnet30
a confusion of activity and gossip(noun.act)

Example:
The buzz of excitement was so great that a formal denial was issued.

source: wordnet30
A continuous, humming noise, as of bees; a confused murmur, as of general conversation in low tones, or of a general expression of surprise or approbation.(noun)

source: webster1913

make a buzzing sound(verb.perception)

Example:
Bees were buzzing around the hive.

Synonym:
bombilate, bombinate

source: wordnet30
fly low(verb.motion)

Example:
Planes buzzed the crowds in the square.

source: wordnet30
be noisy with activity(verb.stative)

Example:
This office is buzzing with activity.

Synonym:
hum, seethe

source: wordnet30
call with a buzzer(verb.communication)

Example:
He buzzed the servant.

source: wordnet30
To make a low, continuous, humming or sibilant sound, like that made by bees with their wings. Hence: To utter a murmuring sound; to speak with a low, humming voice.(verb)

source: webster1913
To sound forth by buzzing.(verb)

source: webster1913

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