buzzer
Americannoun
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a person or thing that buzzes.
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a signaling apparatus similar to an electric bell but without hammer or gong, producing a buzzing sound by the vibration of an armature.
noun
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a person or thing that buzzes
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a device that produces a buzzing sound, esp one similar to an electric bell without a hammer or gong
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a wood planing machine
Etymology
Origin of buzzer
Example Sentences
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Joseph Charm from Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, came fifth in the 2025 ITV series after receiving the Golden Buzzer from judge Alesha Dixon and his mum, who had joined the panel.
From BBC • Jun. 3, 2025
He has been a favorite of Klum, who awarded him the rare Golden Buzzer in a May audition episode after he sang Journey’s classic “Don’t Stop Believin’.”
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 25, 2024
She and Mr. Han, the founder and chief executive of Buzzer, a mobile platform for live sports, had been together for nearly six years by then and already shared an apartment in Manhattan.
From New York Times • Mar. 9, 2022
"Nightbirde" received the "Golden Buzzer" from judge Simon Cowell during Season 16, but ended up withdrawing due to her battle with cancer.
From Fox News • Feb. 21, 2022
Or, “Otis, open your ears up. Buzzer going off!”
From "Typical American" by Gish Jen
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