bevy (ˈbɛvɪ
)
Definitions
noun
Word forms: plural, bevies
- a flock of quails
- a group, esp of girls
- a group of roedeer
Word Origin
C15: of uncertain originUsage examples
A gracefully arched rococo hall, resonant with the sound of violins, its gilded mirrors lit by a bevy of crystal chandeliers.
, Dreams of Innocence (1994)He followed it with'I Need a Girl (Parts 1 and 2) ', writhing amongst a bevy of dancers.
NME (New Musical Express) (2002)Four hours at the park can be excused if there's a bevy of offence.
Ottawa Sun (2003)But hurry -there's a bevy of beauties all eager to win so get your entry in today!
Sun, News of the World (2001)When he came over to London a meeting was arranged in a hotel banqueting suite with the usual bevy of photographers to the fore.
, Walking Back to Happiness (1994)