covey

US /ˈkʌv.i/
UK /ˈkʌv.i/
"covey" picture
1.

a small flock of birds, especially partridges or quail

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A covey of quail scattered as we approached.
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We saw a small covey of partridges in the field.
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2.

a small group of people or things

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A covey of tourists gathered around the monument.
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The teacher had a small covey of students who always asked insightful questions.
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