Al've·a·ry noun ; plural Alvearies [ Latin alvearium , alveare , beehive, from alveus a hollow vessel, beehive, from alvus belly, beehive.] 1. A beehive, or something resembling a beehive. Barret. 2. (Anat.) The hollow of th... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/webster/A/65