bevy

American  

[bev-ee] / ˈbɛv i /

noun

plural

bevies

1. a group of birds, as larks or quail, or animals, as roebuck, in close association.

   Synonyms:

   brood, flight, covey

2. a large group or collection.

   a bevy of boisterous sailors.

   Synonyms:

   company, assembly

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bevy British  

/ ˈbɛvɪ /

noun

1. a flock of quails

2. a group, esp of girls

3. a group of roedeer

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Etymology

Origin of bevy

First recorded in 1400–50; late Middle English bevey, of obscure origin

Example Sentences

Next best thing: Get your semiquincentennial firework fix for free at Philadelphia Museum of Art as part of that city’s massive celebrations, which also include a bevy of free concerts and parades.

From The Wall Street Journal

The beauty industry is offering up a bevy of solutions, including creams and massage rollers, lubricated silicon masks and even futuristic-looking LED red-light collars.

From The Wall Street Journal

The College Republicans is one of a bevy of groups that have sprung up competing for the minds of young conservatives.

From The Wall Street Journal

The 98th Academy Awards featured emotional speeches, comical relief and a bevy of backstage fun.

From BBC

Viewers are treated to a bevy of footage, including Harrison’s Concert for Bangladesh in 1971.

From Salon