Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
droves
noun
/droʊvz/
Definition
A large number of people or animals moving together.
Examples
- They arrived in droves to witness the concert.
- The sheep moved in droves across the pasture.
- During the sale, customers came in droves to get the best deals.
Meaning
The term ‘droves’ typically refers to a significant group or herd, usually used when describing animals but can also apply to people.
Synonyms
- Herd
- Mob
- Swarm
- Multitude
- Gathering
