Honey
- Pronunciation
- /HUHN-ee/
- Category
- Entomology
- Singular
- Honey
- Plural
- Honeys
Definition
A sweet, viscous substance produced by bees from the nectar of flowers, used as food for the hive and harvested by humans.
Etymology
Old English 'hunig', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'honing' and German 'Honig'.
Example
The beekeeper harvested honey from the hives to sell at the local farmer's market.
Synonyms
- Bee nectar
- Bee food
Related Terms
- Beeswax
- Nectar
- Hive
- Beekeeper
Usage Notes
Honey is collected by bees from a wide variety of flowers, influencing its flavor and color. It is used as a food source for the colony and has antibacterial and antifungal properties.