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Buzzing: meaning, definitions and examples

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buzzing

 

[หˆbษ™zษชล‹ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

sound production

Buzzing refers to the continuous, low-frequency sound that is often associated with certain insects, electrical devices, or even excitement in a social context. In nature, it is commonly emitted by bees and other flying insects, signifying their presence or activity. In a technological context, buzzing can describe the sound made by machines or electronics, often indicating operation or malfunction. Additionally, in social settings, the term can describe a feeling of excitement or energetic conversation.

Synonyms

droning, humming, vibrating, whirring.

Examples of usage

  • The bees were buzzing around the garden.
  • The phone emitted a buzzing sound.
  • Her laughter filled the room with a buzzing energy.
  • I could hear the buzzing of the electric fence.
Context #2 | Noun

sound phenomenon

Buzzing as a noun describes the sound made by insects, machines, or a lively atmosphere. It can refer to the repetitive sound that indicates ongoing activity or presence. In music, it may denote certain frequencies that create a buzzing effect. Additionally, it can symbolize a feeling of excitement or enthusiasm within a group.

Synonyms

buzz, drone, hum, thrum.

Examples of usage

  • There was a buzzing in the air at the festival.
  • The buzzing of the cicadas was deafening.
  • I woke up to the buzzing of my alarm clock.
  • The buzzing crowd was filled with anticipation.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'buzz' originated in the early 16th century and mimics the sound made by bees and other insects.
  • Originally, it was used to describe the humming of bees before expanding to include any similar sound.

Nature

  • Bees produce buzzing sounds by rapidly flapping their wings, which can beat up to 200 times per second.
  • Buzzing serves a vital purpose in pollination, as bees communicate locations to each other through different buzzing patterns.

Psychology

  • The feeling of 'buzzing' can describe an adrenaline rush or excitement, often connected to fun or thrilling experiences.
  • People may use the term to express a state of heightened awareness or engagement, such as during a concert or a party.

Technology

  • In technology, buzzing often refers to the sound made by alerts on smartphones or notifications, indicating something important has happened.
  • Buzzing can also describe electrical sounds produced by devices, showing that something is actively in use.

Pop Culture

  • The term 'buzz' is widely used in marketing to indicate excitement about a product or event, such as a movie release.
  • Songs and movies sometimes refer to 'buzzing' to capture that thrilling feeling of anticipation among fans.

Translations

Translations of the word "buzzing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น zumbido

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅ‚เค‚เคœเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Summen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ berdesing

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะทะธะถั‡ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ bzyczenie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒณใƒ–ใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท battement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zumbido

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท vฤฑzฤฑldama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ™์œ™๊ฑฐ๋ฆผ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทู†ูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bzuฤenรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bzuฤanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ—กๅ—กๅฃฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ brnenje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรบgandi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆั‹ั€ั‹ะปะดะฐัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒฃแƒฎแƒ˜แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vฤฑzฤฑltฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ zumbido

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,751, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.