Honeycomb Definition & Meaning

honeycomb
noun
  1. a structure of small hexagonal cells constructed from beeswax by bees and used to store honey and larvae
  2. a framework of hexagonal cells resembling the honeycomb built by bees
verb
  1. carve a honeycomb pattern into; "The cliffs were honeycombed"
  2. penetrate thoroughly and into every part; "the revolutionaries honeycombed the organization"
  3. make full of cavities, like a honeycomb

"Honeycomb" in song lyrics

See how honeycomb is used in real songs:

  • "Block shakin more buzz than a honeycomb"
    John Cena f/ Tha Trademarc — This is How We Roll
  • "Skip the ovaltine, I'd rather have a honeycomb"
    Das EFX — They Want EFX
  • "Splice bees to my honeycomb"
    Mortisabstract

Usage tips for "honeycomb"

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