Definition of Collective Noun

A collective noun is a word used to represent a group or collection of people, animals, or things.

Examples:

1. Noun Sense: A collective noun as a singular entity:

In this sense, a collective noun refers to a singular group of individuals or objects. For example:

• The herd of cows is grazing peacefully in the field.
• The team is working hard to win the championship.
• The family enjoys spending time together on weekends.

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2. Noun Sense: A collective noun as a plural entity:

In this sense, a collective noun refers to a number of individuals or objects as a whole. For example:

• The crowd were cheering loudly at the concert.
• The audience clapped their hands after the performance.
• The committee have made their decision.

3. Adjective Sense: Describing a noun that represents a group:

In this sense, a collective noun acts as an adjective to describe a noun that represents a group. For example:

• The parliamentary session lasted for hours.
• The school organized a community event.
• We attended a family reunion.

4. Related Terms: Common collective nouns:

In addition to specific collective nouns representing various groups, there are common collective nouns used to describe groups of specific animals or people. For example:

• A pride of lions
• A swarm of bees
• A band of musicians

5. Local Usage: Regional or community-specific collective nouns:

In certain regions or communities, there may be unique collective nouns that are only used locally. For example:

• In Australia, a group of kangaroos is called a mob.
• In Scotland, a group of people is referred to as a gathering.
• In fishing communities, a group of fish caught in a single net is known as a haul.

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