Wasps (plural noun) refers to stinging insects of the families Vespidae, typically social, with a slender body and a narrow waist. They can be aggressive and are known for building paper-like nests. This term also appears in phrases describing hostile or aggressive humans in slang. The word is pronounced with a short /ɒ/ or /ɔː/ vowel sound depending on accent, and ends with a clear /z/ or /s/ voicing.
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