apiary

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Noun apiary has 1 sense

apiary, bee house - a shed containing a number of beehives
--₁ is a kind of shed
--₁ has parts: beehive, hive

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APIARY

Description:

An apiary refers to a place where beehives or colonies of bees are kept for the purpose of beekeeping and honey production. It is essentially a dedicated location that provides the necessary resources for bees to thrive and produce honey.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun: An apiary is a collection of beehives managed by a beekeeper.

Example sentences:

My uncle's apiary has over 50 beehives.
The apiary is located in a peaceful meadow, away from other farming activities.

Sense 2:

Noun: Apiary can also refer to an establishment where bees are kept, specifically for the production of honey and other bee-related products.

Example sentences:

We visited a local apiary to learn about the process of honey extraction.
The organic apiary offers pure and natural honey.