skep in a sentence
n.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 8, Grade 9, Grade 10
Definition
A skep is a traditional beehive made of straw or wicker, used to house and protect bee colonies.
Crossword clues for skep
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "skep".
- Traditional beehive made of straw or wicker.
- Container for bees, often round and domed.
- Home for honeybees, crafted from natural materials.
- Old-fashioned hive design used by beekeepers.
- Structure that shelters bees and holds honey.
Skep sentence examples
- The scientist used a skep to house the new colony of bees in her garden.
- In historical England, beekeepers often crafted skeps from straw to protect their hives.
- Skeps are designed to be both functional and aesthetically pleasing in traditional apiculture.
- During the festival, visitors admired the beautifully woven skeps displayed in the market.
- Many modern beekeepers prefer hives over skeps for better management and honey extraction.