Associations to the word «Hornet»

Pictures for the word «Hornet»

Wiktionary

HORNET, noun. A large wasp, of the genus Vespa, having a brown-and-yellow-striped body and the ability to inflict a serious sting.
HORNET, noun. (soccer) someone connected with Watford Football Club, as a fan, player, coach etc.
HORNET FLIES, noun. Plural of hornet fly
HORNET FLY, noun. Any dipterous insect of the genus Asilus and allied genera, of which there are numerous species. They are large and fierce flies which capture bees and other insects, often larger than themselves, and suck their blood.

Dictionary definition

HORNET, noun. Large stinging paper wasp.

Wise words

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