Buzz Definition & Meaning

buzz
noun
  1. sound of rapid vibration; "the buzz of a bumble bee"
  2. a confusion of activity and gossip; "the buzz of excitement was so great that a formal denial was issued"
verb
  1. make a buzzing sound; "bees were buzzing around the hive"
  2. fly low; "Planes buzzed the crowds in the square"
  3. be noisy with activity; "This office is buzzing with activity"
  4. call with a buzzer; "he buzzed the servant"

"Buzz" in song lyrics

See how buzz is used in real songs:

  • "With my dreadlocks high on an underground buzz"
    3 Melancholy Gypsies — Young Man
  • "Not a rapper that would dis another just to start a buzz"
    7L & Esoteric — Mercy Killing
  • "of commission with love, out a tradition of wraiths pick on the visions that buzz"
    Aesop Rock — Fast Cars

Words that rhyme with buzz

Usage tips for "buzz"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "buzz" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for buzz to find words that pair well.

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