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yellow hornet

 

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Noun yellow hornet has 1 sense
  1. yellow jacket, yellow hornet, Vespula maculifrons - small yellow-marked social wasp commonly nesting in the ground
    --1 is a kind of hornet
    --1 is a member of Vespula, genus Vespula

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Term: Yellow Hornet

Description:

A yellow hornet is a species of wasp known for its yellow coloration. It belongs to the genus Vespa and is characterized by its aggressive behavior and distinctive buzzing sound.

Senses:

Noun (Countable):

A yellow hornet refers to an individual wasp of the species Vespa, known for its yellow coloration and black markings. They are typically found in temperate regions and build aerial nests.

Example sentence: The yellow hornet hovered menacingly near the picnic table.

Noun (Uncountable):

Yellow hornet can also refer to the collective species of wasps with yellow coloration, often found in North America and Europe. They can be a nuisance and pose a threat to humans.

Example sentence: I had to call pest control to get rid of a yellow hornet nest in my backyard.

Adjective:

Yellow hornet can be used as an adjective to describe anything relating to or resembling the characteristics of a yellow hornet, such as its color or aggressive behavior.

Example sentence: He painted his car in a vibrant yellow hornet shade, making it stand out on the road.

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