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