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Definitions from the WebCollective NounsA collective noun refers to a word that represents a group of people, animals, or things as a single unit. These nouns are commonly used to denote a collection or gathering of individuals or objects. Senses and Usages:Sense 1 (General):Part of Speech: Noun Definition: A noun used to describe a group or collection of individuals or objects. Example Sentence: The class of students eagerly awaited their field trip. Sense 2 (Animals):Part of Speech: Noun Definition: Collective nouns used specifically to represent groups of animals. Example Sentence: A pride of lions was seen hunting in the savannah. Sense 3 (Language):Part of Speech: Noun Definition: A term used in language studies to refer to a category of nouns representing a collection. Example Sentence: In English, collective nouns can be singular or plural, depending on the context. Sense 4 (Business):Part of Speech: Noun Definition: In the business world, collective nouns are used to describe organizations or groups of companies. Example Sentence: The conglomerate acquired several small businesses to strengthen its market presence. Sense 5 (Grammar):Part of Speech: Noun Definition: Collecting nouns used in grammar to identify a set of individual objects, which are generally treated as a singular unit. Example Sentence: The word "team" is a singular collective noun that refers to a group working together. Possible Related Products: | ||||
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