Collective Noun for Insects
What Is a Group of Insects Called?
A group of insects is called a swarm.Collective Noun | Usage |
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swarm | a swarm of insects |
swarm of insects
Other Words for a Group of Insects
While swarm is the most common collective noun for insects, a group of flying insects is also called a cloud.What Type of Word is "Swarm"?
The word "swarm" is a collective noun. A collective noun is a word used to represent a group of people, animals, or things."Swarm Is" or "Swarm Are"?
Writers are often unsure whether to treat a collective noun like "swarm" 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 swarm is moving nearer.
- The swarm are moving in different directions.
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