HORNET


Meaning of HORNET in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ hɔ:(r)nɪt ]

( hornets)

1.

A hornet is a large wasp. Hornets live in nests and have a powerful sting.

N-COUNT

2.

If you say that someone has stirred up a hornet’s nest , you mean that they have done something which has caused a lot of argument or trouble.

PHRASE : usu PHR after v

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