Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
beehive
noun
/ˈbiːhaɪv/
Definition
A structure where bees are kept, often in the shape of a box or dome.
Examples
- The beekeeper checked the condition of the beehive to ensure the bees were healthy.
- During summer, the beehive is bustling with activity as bees gather nectar.
- She built a beehive in her backyard to support local pollination.
Meaning
A beehive serves as a home for bees, providing them shelter and an organized place to store honey and raise their young.
Synonyms
- Apiary
- Bee colony
