Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
drove
noun
/droʊv/
Definition
A long line or group of animals, especially cattle, that are being moved from one place to another.
Examples
- The farmer led the drove of cattle to the new pasture.
- During the migration season, the drove of wildebeest can be seen crossing the plains.
Meaning
The term ‘drove’ refers to the act of driving livestock or a group of animals, particularly used when herding or moving them, usually over a distance.
Synonyms
- herd
- flock
- driving
