Meaning & Definition of word "Buzz"

Buzz

/bʌz/

noun:

  • 1. a low, continuous humming or murmuring sound.
    • Example: The buzz of the bees filled the garden as they flitted from flower to flower.
  • 2. a strong, pleasant feeling of excitement or thrill.
    • Example: There was a buzz in the air as the concert was about to start.
  • 3. a rumor or excitement about something.
    • Example: There's a lot of buzz around the new restaurant opening downtown.

verb:

  • 1. to make a continuous low humming sound.
    • Example: The generator began to buzz loudly as it powered up.
  • 2. to talk excitedly or continuously.
    • Example: The guests buzzed about the latest news during the party.

Etymology

Middle English, representing the sound made by bees.

Common Phrases and Expressions

buzzing with energy:

full of energy and excitement

buzzword:

a trendy word or phrase used to impress or persuade

the buzz is that:

gossip or rumor about something

buzz off:

to go away or leave someone alone

Related Words

hive:

a structure for housing a colony of bees

drone:

a male bee that does no work; also refers to a continuous low sound

hum:

to make a sound like a bee, often a soft buzzing

Slang Meanings of buzz

Meaning: A feeling of excitement or adrenaline.

Example Sentence: After winning the game, we were all on a buzz.

Meaning: Being under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

Example Sentence: He was still feeling the buzz from last night's party.

Meaning: Gossip or talk about someone or something.

Example Sentence: There's a lot of buzz about the new restaurant in town.