bevy

[ bev-ee ]

noun

, plural bev·ies.

1. a group of birds, as larks or quail, or animals, as roebuck, in close association.

   Synonyms: brood, flight, covey

2. a large group or collection:

   a bevy of boisterous sailors.

   Synonyms: company, assembly

bevy

/ ˈbɛvɪ /

noun

1. a flock of quails
2. a group, esp of girls
3. a group of roedeer

Word History and Origins

Origin of bevy¹

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English bevey, of obscure origin

Word History and Origins

Origin of bevy¹

C15: of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

Since the “mansion tax” took effect last April, a bevy of groups have aired their grievances.

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Echo Park specialty foods shop Bucatini does an expert job of curating its bevy of pantry items and always-on-trend home goods — and the same can be said about its new Pasta Club.

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Klum’s 23rd annual Halloween party took place at Hard Rock Hotel in New York City and featured a bevy of celebrity guests.

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Ten public schools, with extra resources, will be able to develop their own student measures to replace a bevy of standardized tests that L.A.

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Ten public schools, with extra resources, will be able to develop their own student measures to replace a bevy of standardized tests that L.A.

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