honey

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Sense 1

Meaning · English

A sweet, viscous, gold-colored fluid produced from plant nectar by bees, and often consumed by humans.

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

The honey in the pot should last for years.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 2

Meaning · English

A variety of this substance.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

Nectar.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “honey” mean?

A sweet, viscous, gold-colored fluid produced from plant nectar by bees, and often consumed by humans.

Is “honey” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.