Mellifera
/mɛˈlɪf.ə.rə/noun
A taxonomic genus within the family Apidae, commonly known as honeybees.
Did you know?In ancient cultures, honey was considered a divine elixir, often associated with immortality and used in sacred rituals.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*mélit
“honey”
Latin
Latin
mel
“honey”
Latin
Latin
-fera
“bearing, producing”
16th Century
Latin
Mellifera
“honey-bearing, a classification for bee species known for honey production.”
Modern English
English
Mellifera
“the scientific term used for honey-producing bees.”
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