Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
covey
Noun
/ˈkʌvi/
Definition
A small flock of birds, especially partridges, that are gathered together.
Examples
- The hunters spotted a covey of quail in the field.
- A covey of partridges took flight when startled.
- We enjoyed watching the covey as they moved through the brush.
Meaning
A covey refers to a group of birds flying or feeding together. This term is often used to describe partridges, but can apply to other types of birds as well.
Synonyms
- flock
- group
- herd
