honeycombed (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: ˈhʌniˌkoʊm
Definition
A structure of hexagonal wax cells built by honeybees to store their larvae, honey, and pollen.
Examples
The beekeeper carefully lifted the frame to inspect the fresh honeycomb.
Some people enjoy eating raw honey directly from the honeycomb.
The intricate geometry of a honeycomb is a marvel of natural engineering.
How to Use honeycombed
- honeycomb of [something] (prepositional phrase)
- A complex network or area filled with many small parts. — "The city is a honeycomb of narrow, winding streets."
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