Hives — synonyms, definition

1. hives (Noun)

4 synonyms

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4 definitions

hives (Noun) — An itchy skin eruption characterized by weals with pale interiors and well-defined red margins; usually the result of an allergic response to insect bites, food or drugs.

hives (Noun) — A teeming multitude.

hives (Noun) — A man-made receptacle that houses a swarm of bees.

hives (Noun) — A structure that provides a natural habitation for bees; as in a hollow tree.

10 types of

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1 type

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1 part

honeycomb

2 parts of

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2. hives (Verb)

3 definitions

hives (Verb) — Store, like bees. ex. "bees hive honey and pollen" ex. "He hived lots of information"

hives (Verb) — Move together in a hive or as if in a hive. ex. "The bee swarms are hiving"

hives (Verb) — Gather into a hive. ex. "The beekeeper hived the swarm"

15 types of

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2 see also

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