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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD PROPOLIS

Via Latin from Greek: suburb, bee glue, from pro- before + polis city.
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PRONUNCIATION OF PROPOLIS

propolis  [ˈprɒpəlɪs] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF PROPOLIS

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verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Propolis is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES PROPOLIS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Propolis

Propolis is a resinous mixture that honey bees collect from tree buds, sap flows, or other botanical sources. It is used as a sealant for unwanted open spaces in the hive. Propolis is used for small gaps (approximately 6 millimeters (0.24 in) or less), while larger spaces are usually filled with beeswax. Its color varies depending on its botanical source, the most common being dark brown. Propolis is sticky at and above room temperature, 20 °C (68 °F). At lower temperatures, it becomes hard and very brittle.

Definition of propolis in the English dictionary

The definition of propolis in the dictionary is a greenish-brown resinous aromatic substance collected by bees from the buds of trees for use in the construction of hives Also called: bee glue, hive dross.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH PROPOLIS


acropolis
əˈkrɒpəlɪs
Adrianopolis
ˌeɪdrɪəˈnɒpəlɪs
Annapolis
əˈnæpəlɪs
cosmopolis
kɒzˈmɒpəlɪs
Decapolis
dɪˈkæpəlɪs
Heliopolis
ˌhiːlɪˈɒpəlɪs
ideopolis
ˈaɪdɪˌɒpəlɪs
Indianapolis
ˌɪndɪəˈnæpəlɪs
Lycopolis
laɪˈkɒpəlɪs
megalopolis
ˌmɛɡəˈlɒpəlɪs
menopolis
mɛˈnɒpəlɪs
metropolis
mɪˈtrɒpəlɪs
micropolis
maɪˈkrɒpəlɪs
Minneapolis
ˌmɪnɪˈæpəlɪs
necropolis
nɛˈkrɒpəlɪs
paperless
ˈpeɪpəlɪs
Persepolis
pəˈsɛpəlɪs
Philippopolis
ˌfɪlɪˈpɒpəlɪs
technopolis
tɛkˈnɒpəlɪs
Tripolis
ˈtrɪpəlɪs

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE PROPOLIS

propodeon
propone
proponent
Propontis
proportion
proportionability
proportionable
proportionably
proportional
proportional counter
proportional font
proportional representation
proportional spacing
proportionality
proportionally
proportionate
proportionately
proportionateness
proportioning
proportionless

WORDS THAT END LIKE PROPOLIS

Aeolis
allis
amaryllis
Argolis
chrysalis
Elis
Ellis
fleur-de-lis
follis
Gulf of Argolis
Hermoupolis
lis
Majlis
pentapolis
polis
syphilis
tetrapolis
trellis
Wallis
Willis

Synonyms and antonyms of propolis in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «propolis» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF PROPOLIS

Find out the translation of propolis to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of propolis from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «propolis» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

蜂胶
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

propóleos
570 millions of speakers

English

propolis
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

एक प्रकार का पौधा
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

دنج
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

прополис
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

própolis
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

propolis
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

propolis
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Propolis
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Propolis
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

プロポリス
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

프로 폴리스
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Propolis
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

sáp ong
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

propolis
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

Propolis
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

propolis
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

propoli
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

propolis
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

прополіс
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

propolis
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

πρόπολη
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

propolis
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

propolis
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

propolis
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of propolis

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «PROPOLIS»

The term «propolis» is quite widely used and occupies the 37.330 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «PROPOLIS» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «propolis» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «propolis» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about propolis

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PROPOLIS»

Discover the use of propolis in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to propolis and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Bee Propolis: Natural Healing from the Hive
This guide explains how to use propolis as a part of an everyday health routine to boost the immune system and as a possible substitute for antibiotics.
James Fearnley, 2001
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Bee Pollen, Royal Jelly, Propolis and Honey: An ...
Mix the latest scientific data on herbal products and physical ailments with the need for natural approaches to health, and what do you have? The Woodland Health Series.
Rita Elkins, 1996
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Beekeeping For Dummies
Propolis (sometimes called “bee glue”) is the super-sticky, gooey material gathered by the bees from trees and plants. The bees use this brown goop to fill drafty cracks in the hive, strengthen comb, and to sterilize their home. Propolis has ...
Howland Blackiston, 2009
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The Beekeeper's Handbook
sively studied in the United States, nor should any be claimed on product labels. In addition, some people can be allergic to this product, and an appropriate warning should be applied to any label. Propolis Propolis is a resinous mixture used ...
‎1998
5
New Scientist
Bee-glue in great demand Another product of the bee industry — propolis — is even more valuable. Propolis is a sticky resin that bees collect from plants. They collect propolis with their mandibles from the resin secreted from the buds and ...
6
The World History of Beekeeping and Honey Hunting
This definitive work by world-renowned bee authority Eva Crane offers a fascinating account of bees and their complex relations with both humans and animals.
Ethel Eva Crane, 2013
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Honeybees of Africa
7.2.2 Propolis Propolis, collectively the gums and resins of various plants, are collected by virtually all races of bees as a caulking material and to reduce the size of the nest or hive entrance (Ruttner 1988). Bee races differ in the extent to which ...
H. Randall Hepburn, Sarah E. Radloff, 1998
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Natural Treatments for Genital Herpes, Cold Sores and Shingles
Chapter 17 - Propolis Propolis is produced by bees and is used as a construction material in bee hives. To protect the hive and its nutritious contents from attack by micro-organisms, propolis has anti-microbial properties. Propolis is comprised ...
John W. Hill, 2008
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Oxidative Stress in Vertebrates and Invertebrates: Molecular ...
17.2.1 History Propolis, bee glue, a gum gathered by bees from various plants, has been used by humans since early times for various purposes, and especially as a medicine because of its antimicrobial properties [3]. Ancient Greek texts refer  ...
Tahira Farooqui, Akhlaq A. Farooqui, 2011
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PRIME DEC JAN 2013-14:
Nutrients is mentioned in the book Chinese Material Medica that propolis has multiple health benefits which include being anti-microbial, to have sedative and local anesthetic effects, promote tissue repair, protect liver functions, fight tumor ...
‎2013

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PROPOLIS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term propolis is used in the context of the following news items.
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Research finds bee propolis is a beneficial additive in lipsticks
Propolis is a resinous and sticky substance, produced by bees from sap and other botanical sources and used to seal the beehive. In cosmetic products, it is ... «CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com, Jul 15»
2
NBTY's Vitamin World to Carry NaturaNectar's Exclusive Bee …
Brazilian bee propolis is among the highest quality propolis in the world today. ... and leading developer of natural supplements from Brazilian Red Bee Propolis. «MarketWatch, Jul 15»
3
Propolis Brewing plans to expand in Port Townsend
Last Sunday we saw Robert Horner, co-owner of Propolis Brewing, at the West Seattle Farmers Market where he gave us an update on the brewery's expansion ... «seattlepi.com, Jun 15»
4
Propolis Brewing looks to expand production in new location
Robert Horner and Piper Corbett stand inside Propolis Brewing's current headquarters Friday, June 12, 2015. Running on a one-barrel system, the brewery ... «Port Townsend Leader, Jun 15»
5
A very special beer dinner at the Burgundian with Propolis Brewing
Tuesday, February 24, you're invited to a special beer and food pairing menu at the Burgundian with Propolis Brewing. Why is it special? Because it is the first ... «seattlepi.com, Feb 15»
6
Propolis - The Natural Antibiotic for MRSA, Candida, and More
One of the best answers is propolis. This bioflavonoid-rich nutrient provides strong defense against bacteria, viruses, and many other health challenges. «ProHealth, Feb 15»
7
Bee propolis offers hope for the balding
Spring-boarding on recent research suggesting propolis could promote the growth of cells that contribute to hair growth, Ken Kobayaski and his team were ... «The Star Online, Dec 14»
8
Japanese scientists confident bee propolis can help hair re-growth
Propolis, a resin-like substance used by honeybees to seal small crevices in their hives, has been found to encourage hair growth in mice. «CosmeticsDesign-Asia.com, Dec 14»
9
The New Buzz Around Propolis
Turns out that honey isn't the only product coming from bees that makes life a little sweeter. Propolis, a natural product produced by bees to coat their hives, can ... «Yahoo News, Dec 14»
10
Busy Bees: Honeybee Hive Substance Propolis Helps Bald People …
Known as propolis, it's a natural product made by honeybees to coat their hives in the manner we use caulk in our own homes. A new study conducted by ... «Medical Daily, Dec 14»

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