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beekeeper

BEE-keep
noun
1
A person who keeps and manages bee colonies, usually for honey.
"The beekeeper checked each hive for signs of disease."

How to Use Beekeeper

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In plain EnglishSomeone whose job or hobby is looking after beehives.

Word Forms

beekeepers plural

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The _____ checked each hive for signs of disease.

Etymology

From "bee" plus "keeper."

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