buzzer

C1 Topic:Tools, Machines & Construction

US /ˈbʌzɚ/ UK /ˈbʌzə/ See IPA manual

Freq #6210

Meanings

1

noun
A device that makes a buzzing sound as a signal.

If you think you know the answer, hit the buzzer as fast as you can.
2

noun
A button at a door that makes a buzzing sound when pressed.

Press the buzzer and I'll let you into the building.

Thesaurus

Synonyms

2 noun · a button at a door that... belldoorbell

Word family

Forms buzzers

Derived forms buzzer-beaterbuzzerphonekirkbuzzertail-buzzer

Etymology

From buzz + -er.

Topics

Tools, Machines & Construction Word Formation & Derivatives

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