1. Verb
To make a low, continuous, humming or sibilant sound, like that made by bees with their wings. Hence: To utter a murmuring sound; to speak with a low, humming voice.
2. Verb
To sound forth by buzzing.
3. Verb
To whisper; to communicate, as tales, in an under tone; to spread, as report, by whispers, or secretly.
4. Verb
To talk to incessantly or confidentially in a low humming voice.
5. Verb
To sound with a "buzz".
6. Noun
A continuous, humming noise, as of bees; a confused murmur, as of general conversation in low tones, or of a general expression of surprise or approbation.
7. Noun
A whisper; a report spread secretly or cautiously.
8. Noun
The audible friction of voice consonants.
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