beekeeper
noun
a person who raises honeybees; apiculturist.
beekeepers
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pluralof beekeeper.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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"Because of the increase in the population, people are now very disturbed. Damage is being done to farmers, livestock breeders and beekeepers," he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 9, 2026
Lamas and his colleagues then formulate advice to share with beekeepers around the nation.
From Barron's ● May 19, 2026
By 1947 commercial beekeepers were moving their hives miles away; smog was killing the bees, or making them crazy so they couldn’t find their way back home.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 26, 2026
With honey, Majtán says, "the best way is just to buy from local beekeepers".
From BBC ● Feb. 9, 2026
“A long time ago beekeepers always covered their hives when someone in their family died,” said August.
From "The Secret Life of Bees" by Sue Monk Kidd
