coven
What is another word for coven? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A group or gathering of witches.
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How to use coven
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a coven of witches
join a coven
Etymology
From Old French covent, ultimately from Latin conveniō ("to come together") — it's actually a doublet of the word "convent," which took a more religious path in meaning.
Full origin of coven →Frequently asked questions
What does “coven” mean?
The word “coven” means a group or gathering of witches. In plain terms, a gathering of witches, or informally, any close-knit clique.
How do you pronounce “coven”?
“Coven” is pronounced KUHV-uhn (/ˈkʌv.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “coven” in a sentence?
Here is “coven” used in a sentence: “The novel's villain leads a secret coven of witches.”
What part of speech is “coven”?
“Coven” is a noun.
Where does the word “coven” come from?
The word “coven” comes from Latin. From Old French covent, ultimately from Latin conveniō ("to come together") — it's actually a doublet of the word "convent," which took a more religious path in meaning.
How many meanings does “coven” have?
“Coven” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a group or gathering of witches.
