apiarian
/ˌeɪpiˈɛriən/
adjective
- Relating to beekeeping or the keeping of bees.
- He joined an apiarian society to share tips on honey production.
- The farm's apiarian practices ensured the bees stayed healthy all year.
- The apiarian tools included a smoker, a hive tool, and protective gloves.
noun
- A person who keeps bees; a beekeeper.
- A good apiarian knows how to calm the bees before opening the hive.
- My neighbor, an experienced apiarian, gave me a jar of fresh honey.
- The apiarian checked each hive for signs of disease.
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