bombus
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Definition
- Noun:
- A genus of insects: "Bombus" is the scientific genus name for bumblebees, which are large, hairy, social bees known for their distinctive buzzing sound and important role as pollinators.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Bombus terrestris is a common species of bumblebee in Europe.
- Researchers studied the foraging behavior of the genus Bombus.
- The garden was full of flowers attracting various Bombus species.
Advanced Usage
- In scientific/technical contexts: The word "Bombus" is primarily used in formal, biological, or entomological writing to refer to the genus with precision.
- The study focused on the phylogenetic relationships within Bombus.
Variants and Related Words
- Bumblebee (n): The common name for bees belonging to the genus Bombus.
- A bumblebee was collecting pollen from the clover.
Synonyms
- Bumblebee: The common English name for insects of this genus.
- Humblebee (archaic): An older term for bumblebee.
Noun
- bumblebees