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

Jordin Canada’s layup at the buzzer gave the Dream a 93-91 win over the Chicago Sky in a game that nearly saw the Dream let a 22-point lead get away. — Micahya Costen, AJC.com, 19 July 2026

With point differential so vital, Lendeborg’s block at the final buzzer also helped the Warriors’ point differential stay at 25 for Las Vegas. — Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 17 July 2026

Finally, Mawhinney asked Mel B to unwrap a tiny envelope hidden inside the red buzzer in front of each one of them. — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

Each time the buzzer rings, all eyes lock on the overhead delivery door. — Kyle Devine, Longreads, 14 July 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