bee glue

noun

1. propolis.

bee glue

noun

1. another name for propolis

Word History and Origins

Origin of bee glue¹

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

Now the miller enters the hive and makes an incision into the bee-glue, or cement, with her sting, and leaves her eggs.

From Project Gutenberg

Yes, it is bee-glue (propolis); it is very common on old hives.

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