Meaning of Buzz | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A male given name, pet form of Busby
2. A continuous humming noise, as of bees; a confused murmur, as of general conversation in low tones.
   countable, uncountable
3. A whisper.
   countable, uncountable
4. The audible friction of voiced consonants.
   countable, uncountable
5. A rush or feeling of energy or excitement; a feeling of slight intoxication.
   countable, informal, uncountable
6. A telephone call or e-mail.
   countable, informal, uncountable
7. Major topic of conversation; widespread rumor; information spread behind the scenes.
   countable, informal, uncountable
8. Synonym of fizz-buzz (“counting game”).
   uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“In the steady buzz of flies the homeward-bound agent was lying flushed and insensible[.]”

“This probably explains the interest in UVB-76, or “The Buzzer,” a mysterious shortwave radio station that has been operating since 1982 and whose output consists of a monotonous buzz repeated 24 hours a day, occasionally interrupted by a Russian voice.”

“Still feeling the buzz from the coffee, he pushed through the last of the homework.”

“Now, don't waste time, give us a buzz -- quick! 825-4703 or 265-7881.”

“Mr. Hall? The buzz on Christian is that his parents have joint custody, so he'll be spending one semester in Chicago and one semester here.”

“I wasn't performing with Pimp and Smoove that much no more, but I had a solo deal with Ruthless Rap and a brand new mixtape that was creating a big buzz.”

“In Detroit, the buzz is that he's too nice a guy, unwilling to impose draconian job cuts at the risk of angering the UAW.”

“Allen Gregory DeLongpre: Who's he? Patrick: He's only the most popular kid in school. Allen Gregory: Ah, the two heavyweights finally meet. Sure you're tired of all the buzz. Allen Gregory DeLongpre.”

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