What does COVEY mean?

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Noun

Definitions

1. a small group of birds or animals that live and move together
2. a small group of people or things

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈkʌvi/
• UK: /ˈkʌvi/

Origin and Usage

The word "covey" originated from Middle English and Old French, and was used to describe a group of partridges or quails. It has since been adopted to describe any small group of birds or animals that live and move together. It is also used to describe a small group of people or things.

Synonyms

• group
• flock
• herd
• pack
• swarm

Related Words

• group
• flock
• herd
• pack
• swarm

Example Sentences

1. The covey of quails flew away when they heard the hunter approaching.
2. The covey of children played together in the park.