Beswarm

/bɪˈswɔːrm/ verb

Definition

To swarm over or cover something in large numbers.

Etymology

From prefix 'be-' + 'swarm' (from Old English 'swearm'). The prefix intensifies the base verb to mean 'to cover completely with a swarm.'

Kelly Says

The 'be-' prefix often created verbs describing complete coverage or overwhelming action — 'beswarm' would mean not just that bees were present, but that they were everywhere, completely covering an area.

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