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bevy

 

[ ˈbɛvi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

group, drink

A bevy is a large group of people or things, often used to refer specifically to a gathering of birds or a company of individuals. The term is frequently associated with social situations, indicating a lively assembly or crowd.

Synonyms

assembly, cluster, crowd, gathering, group

Examples of usage

  • A bevy of guests arrived at the party.
  • The bevy of swans floated gracefully on the lake.
  • She was surrounded by a bevy of admirers.
  • The bevy of students filled the auditorium.
  • A bevy of options was available at the buffet.

Translations

Translations of the word "bevy" in other languages:

🇵🇹 bando

🇮🇳 समूह

🇩🇪 Schwarm

🇮🇩 gerombolan

🇺🇦 зграя

🇵🇱 stado

🇯🇵 群れ

🇫🇷 troupe

🇪🇸 banda

🇹🇷 sürü

🇰🇷 떼

🇸🇦 مجموعة

🇨🇿 hejno

🇸🇰 súbor

🇨🇳 群体

🇸🇮 trop

🇮🇸 hópur

🇰🇿 топ

🇬🇪 ჯგუფი

🇦🇿 qrup

🇲🇽 grupo

Etymology

The word 'bevy' has its origins in Middle English, derived from the word 'bevy' or 'bevy,' which referred to a gathering of people or animals. It is believed to have entered the English language in the late 14th century. The term originally described a group of female deer, but over time it evolved to encompass various assemblies of both humans and animals. The exact etymology is somewhat uncertain, but it is thought to be connected to the Old French 'bevee,' meaning 'drink,' which hints at the word's association with social gatherings where drinks are commonly served. 'Bevy' has been used in literature and conversation for centuries to denote not only gatherings of birds but also crowds of people, emphasizing the social aspect of the assembly.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,353, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.