buzzer

noun

buzz·​er ˈbə-zər 

1

: one that buzzes

specifically : an electric signaling device that makes a buzzing sound

2

: the sound of a buzzer

Examples of buzzer in a Sentence

Their team was ahead by two points when the buzzer signaled the end of the game.

Recent Examples on the Web

The Aces went on to win the game 86-84 in overtime courtesy of a Chelsea Gray buzzer-beater. — Alejandro Avila , Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

After winning the first game of the WNBA Finals over the Seattle Storm, 68-64, the Sun lose a heartbreaker after Sales (who had 32 points) missed a 3-pointer at the buzzer in Game 2, 67-65. — Lori Riley, Hartford Courant, 24 Sep. 2026

Even after 40 years, filing a game story on time still feels like sinking a three-pointer at the buzzer. — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026

The coach who hits their buzzer first can use that button just one time all season. — Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 24 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

buzzer

noun

buzz·​er ˈbəz-ər 

: an electric signaling device that makes a buzzing sound