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potter bee

 

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Noun potter bee has 1 sense
  1. potter bee - solitary bee that builds nests of mud or pebbles cemented together and attached to a plant
    --1 is a kind of
    bee
    --1 is a member of Anthidium, genus Anthidium

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Potter Bee


Description:

A potter bee refers to a type of solitary ground nesting bee belonging to the family Megachilidae. These bees are known for their skill in constructing intricate nests using mud or clay.

Senses:

Sense 1:

Noun - Entomology

A potter bee is an insect that constructs nests using mud or clay.

Example sentence: The potter bee painstakingly built its nest using small pieces of moist clay.

Sense 2:

Noun - Popular Usage

In popular usage, potter bee can refer to any bee that constructs nests.

Example sentence: My garden is filled with potter bees that have made their homes in the ground.

Sense 3:

Noun - Local Usage

In certain regions, potter bee might refer to a specific species of ground nesting bee endemic to that locality.

Example sentence: The potter bee found in the local forests is smaller compared to other species.


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