noun

bevy

BEH-vee

Bevy (noun) means a group of birds, especially quail, gathered together. Example: “A bevy of quail scattered across the field.”

noun

A group of birds, especially quail, gathered together.

"A bevy of quail scattered across the field."

A large group of people or things, especially an impressive gathering.

"The actor arrived at the premiere with a bevy of assistants."

How to use bevy

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA collective word for a group, most often used for birds or for an eye-catching group of people.

Common pairings

a bevy of

Word forms

bevies plural

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Etymology

From Middle English bevey, of uncertain origin, possibly from Anglo-Norman.

Origin: Middle English

Rhymes for bevy

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bevy” mean?

The word “bevy” means a group of birds, especially quail, gathered together. In plain terms, a collective word for a group, most often used for birds or for an eye-catching group of people.

How do you pronounce “bevy”?

“Bevy” is pronounced BEH-vee (/ˈbɛvi/ in IPA).

How do you use “bevy” in a sentence?

Here is “bevy” used in a sentence: “A bevy of quail scattered across the field.”

What part of speech is “bevy”?

“Bevy” is a noun.

Where does the word “bevy” come from?

The word “bevy” comes from Middle English. From Middle English bevey, of uncertain origin, possibly from Anglo-Norman.

How many meanings does “bevy” have?

“Bevy” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a group of birds, especially quail, gathered together.

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