Spelling - bee - meaning A spelling contest
Orgin : The term 'bee' has been used in the USA with the meaning of 'gathering', either for work,pleasure or competition,since the mid 18 Th century.The first such usage was the name 'spinning-bee' as in the fromm the Boston Gazette.
"Last Thirsday about twenty ladies met at the house of Mr.L. on purpose for a Spinning Match or what is called in the Country a Bee"
Orgin : The term 'bee' has been used in the USA with the meaning of 'gathering', either for work,pleasure or competition,since the mid 18 Th century.The first such usage was the name 'spinning-bee' as in the fromm the Boston Gazette.
"Last Thirsday about twenty ladies met at the house of Mr.L. on purpose for a Spinning Match or what is called in the Country a Bee"
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