bumblebee — English Dictionary

Noun

1. Any of several species of large bee in the genus Bombus.

   Synonyms

   dumbledorehumblebee

   Examples

   More examples (1)

   The bumblebee's mane glowed in the morning light—each hair sharp and distinct to Eragon—and its blurred wings generated a gentle bombilation, like a tattoo played on a drum. Pollen powdered the bristles on its legs.

2. A mid yellow, sometimes slightly orange.

3. A layered drink with ice whose main ingredients are orange juice and espresso coffee.

Noun

1. robust hairy social bee of temperate regions

   Synonyms

   humblebee

   Broader terms

   bee