honeycomb

Noun
  1. A structure of small hexagonal cells constructed from beeswax by bees and used to store honey and larvae (synset 109241222)
    is a type of: construction, structure - a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts
    is a part of: beehive, hive - a structure that provides a natural habitation for bees; as in a hollow tree
  2. A framework of hexagonal cells resembling the honeycomb built by bees (synset 103535822)
    is a type of: frame, framework - a structure supporting or containing something
Verb
  1. Carve a honeycomb pattern into (synset 201755970)
    "The cliffs were honeycombed"
    is a type of: fret - carve a pattern into
  2. Penetrate thoroughly and into every part (synset 201232373)
    "the revolutionaries honeycombed the organization"
    is a type of: penetrate, perforate - pass into or through, often by overcoming resistance
  3. Make full of cavities, like a honeycomb (synset 200534853)
    is a type of: alter, change, vary - become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence

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