Apple bee
chiefly new england. a social gathering at which apples are prepared for drying.
historical examples
as to its food,—the apple bee is fond of doughnuts, cheese and tea.
a phenomenal fauna carolyn wells
in country villages is found the apple bee with buzzing sound.
a phenomenal fauna carolyn wells
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