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Word of the Day - Vespiary

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vespiary

/ˈvɛspɪəri/
noun
rare
A wasps' nest.

Origin
Early 19th century: formed irregularly from Latin vespa ‘wasp’, on the pattern of apiary.

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Larry was wisely wary
As he walked close by the vespiary.
He didn't rush, but he didn't tarry.
No attack, no sting.
He made it safely by the thing.

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