noun
- a small flock of birds, especially partridges or quail
- a small group of people
Usage: informal
Examples
- A covey of quail scattered when the dog approached.
- The hunter spotted a covey of partridges in the field.
- A covey of children ran across the playground.
- The guide led a covey of tourists through the museum.
- We watched a covey of birds take flight at dawn.
- A small covey of friends gathered for dinner.