swarm
[swɔːm]
[swɔɹm]
A swarm is a group of many small animals that fly or move together. You might see a swarm of birds flying around a bird feeder.
When we talk about swarms, we often think of insects like bees, wasps, or mosquitoes that gather in big groups. Imagine walking through a park and suddenly seeing thousands of tiny creatures buzzing around you - that's what it means to be surrounded by a swarm! People might also talk about a swarm of people, like at a concert or festival where everyone is together having fun. In some cases, a swarm can even refer to a group of fish moving quickly through the water, creating a big splash.
How common is "swarm"?
Word swarm is considered uncommon in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions
noun
A large number of insects, especially when in motion or (for bees) migrating to a new colony.
verb
To move as a swarm.
Real examples of "swarms" in context
