beehive
Americannoun
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a habitation or dwelling-place constructed for bees, bee, usually either dome-shaped or box-shaped.
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a crowded, busy place.
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something resembling an artificial beehive in appearance, as a hut or hairdo.
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Also called beehive oven. an oven for converting coal into coke, characterized by its dome-shaped roof.
noun
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a man-made receptacle used to house a swarm of bees
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a dome-shaped hair style in which the hair is piled high on the head
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a place where busy people are assembled
noun
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the dome-shaped building that houses sections of Parliament in Wellington, New Zealand
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the New Zealand government
Etymology
Origin of beehive
Example Sentences
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But when she arrives at Iona’s apartment, Andie is shocked to see that a coiffed perm, light makeup, a sensible suit and a string of pearls have replaced her friend’s beehives and gelled spikes.
From Salon
Since 2017, the land has also been home to several beehives.
From BBC
Her grandparents, she said, got in trouble for selling honey from their beehives to make extra money.
But when he discovers a beehive, he shares the honey with his fellow prisoners by smearing it over his body.
From Los Angeles Times
I also learned to be watchful while climbing the day I got too close to a beehive.
From Literature
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