beekeeper

English

/ˈbiˌkipɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • A person who maintains hives and keeps bees, especially for the production of honey.

Etymology

Compound from English bee (get-together, gathering, bracelet, ring, metal ring, contest) + English keeper.

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English

keeper

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