Collective Noun for Iguanas

What Is a Group of Iguanas Called?

A group of iguanas is called a mess.
Collective NounUsage
messa mess of iguanas
collective noun for iguanas

mess of iguanas

What Type of Word is "Mess"?

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

"Mess Is" or "Mess Are"?

Writers are often unsure whether to treat a collective noun like "mess" as singular or plural. As a general rule, you should treat a collective noun as singular. However, if the context of your sentence focuses on the individuals within the group, you should treat it as plural. For example:
  • The mess is moving nearer. correct tick
  • The mess are moving in different directions. correct tick
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This page was written by Craig Shrives.