vespiary Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: V EH1 S P IY0 EH0 R IY0
What Does Vespiary Mean?
Vespiary is a noun that means A nest built by a social wasp species. It can also mean A colony of wasps living in such a nest.
Vespiary Definition (Noun)
- A nest built by a social wasp species.
- A colony of wasps living in such a nest.
Synonyms of Vespiary
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Vespiary synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Vespiary
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Vespiary in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
vespiary (plural vespiaries)
Origin of Vespiary
From Latin vespa (“wasp”), formed in imitation of apiary (a similar structure for bees).