US /ˈbʌzɚ/ UK /ˈbʌzə/
noun Freq #6210

Meanings

  1. 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. 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.

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Synonyms
2 noun · a button at a door that... belldoorbell
Word family
Forms buzzers
Derived forms buzzer-beaterbuzzerphonekirkbuzzertail-buzzer

Etymology

From buzz + -er.

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