Crossword Genius

Buzzer wasn’t loud? (4)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

wasp

'buzzer' is the definition.
(insect which buzzes)

I don't understand how the rest of the clue works.

(Other definitions for wasp that I've seen before include "colonist" , "Flyer" , "Being in the American elite" , "Buzzer" , "spiteful person?" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.
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