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Collective Noun for Peregrines

What Is a Group of Peregrines Called?

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A group of peregrines is called a bazaar.
Collective NounUsage
bazaara bazaar of peregrines
collective noun for peregrines

bazaar of peregrines

Other Words for a Group of Peregrines

While bazaar is the most common collective noun for peregrines, a group of peregrines is also called a eyrie, ringing, stooping up, or tower.)

What Type of Word is "Bazaar"?

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

"Bazaar Is" or "Bazaar Are"?

Writers are often unsure whether to treat a collective noun like "bazaar" 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 bazaar is moving nearer. correct tick
  • The bazaar are moving in different directions. correct tick
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