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/ˈhɔː.nɪt/ · noun
Any large wasp of the genus Vespa, having a brown-and-yellow-striped body and the ability to inflict a serious sting..
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Hornet means Any large wasp of the genus Vespa, having a brown-and-yellow-striped body and the ability to inflict a serious sting..
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