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 Lakers’ nine-game win streak ended Monday with a 113-110 loss to the Detroit Pistons when Luka Doncic missed a tying three-pointer at the buzzer after LeBron James’ inbounds pass was deflected by Tobias Harris. —Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2026

Such flaws had been present in the four-game losing streak carried into Monday, including the lack of size and defensive components for the final play of Saturday night’s loss to the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center, when a putback basket cost the Heat at the buzzer. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026

Let alone finishing on a buzzer-beater after the Jayhawks battled back from a 14-point deficit. —Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026

San Diego, meantime, goes onto the list of cities synonymous with buzzer-beating winners in higher-stakes NCAA Tournament games. —Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for buzzer

• mazar

Kids Definition

buzzer

noun

buzz·​er ˈbəz-ər 

: an electric signaling device that makes a buzzing sound