stingless

/ˈstɪŋ.lɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

having no stinger or venomous barb

“Bees that are stingless are often considered safer for people to interact with.”

2. noun

a bee that has no stinger or venomous barb

“The stingless bee is native to many tropical regions.”

3. adverb

without a stinger or venomous barb

“The stingless bees can be handled carefully without getting stung.”

Synonyms

  • barren
  • harmless
  • non-venomous

Antonyms

  • stinging
  • venomous