buzzer

noun

buzz·​er ˈbə-zər How to pronounce buzzer (audio)
1
: one that buzzes
specifically : an electric signaling device that makes a buzzing sound
2
: the sound of a buzzer

Examples of buzzer in a Sentence

Their team was ahead by two points when the buzzer signaled the end of the game.
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Darrion Williams missed a great look at the buzzer that would have won it. Cj Moore, The Athletic, 25 Nov. 2024 The tutorials are very informative, and produce real-world results like illuminating an LED, activating a buzzer, and other fun projects). Bob Beacham, Popular Science, 22 Nov. 2024 Reed drilled a 3-pointer at the third-quarter buzzer for a 48-43 lead. Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 19 Nov. 2024 Maryland needed a layup from Gillespie at the buzzer to take a 31-28 lead into halftime. Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 4 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for buzzer 

Word History

First Known Use

1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of buzzer was in 1604

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“Buzzer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/buzzer. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.

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buzzer

noun
buzz·​er ˈbəz-ər How to pronounce buzzer (audio)
: an electric signaling device that makes a buzzing sound

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