buzz

²buzz

noun

Definition of BUZZ

1

: a persistent vibratory sound

2

a : a confused murmur b : rumor, gossip c : a flurry of activity d : fad, craze e : speculative or excited talk or attention relating especially to a new or forthcoming product or event <one of the few new shows that's getting good buzz — TV Guide>; also : an instance of such talk or attention <their first CD created a huge buzz>

3

: a signal conveyed by buzzer; specifically : a telephone call

4

: high 4

Examples of BUZZ

1. We heard the buzz of the bees as we walked through the garden.
2. When the machine is turned on, it makes a quiet buzz.
3. There was a buzz of voices in the hall as the audience waited for the show to start.
4. What's the latest buzz about their marriage?
5. The buzz is that she turned down the job because the pay was too low.
6. There's been quite a buzz about the new movie.
7. The team's new players are creating a buzz among baseball fans.
8. There's been a lot of buzz about the new movie.

First Known Use of BUZZ

circa 1600

Related to BUZZ

Synonyms: call, ring

Related Words: callback, cold call, conference call, message, toll call, voice mail

Near Antonyms: bawl, howl, roar, scream, screech, shriek, squall, squeal, yelp, yell

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