word
unkindness of ravens
un-KYND-ness uv RAY-venz
ʌnˈkaɪndnɪs əv ˈreɪvənzListen
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Syllable breakdown
unkindnessofravens
Sounds like
Say 'un-KYND-ness uv RAY-venz'.
Dictionary meaning
The collective noun for a group of ravens — named for the bird's ancient reputation for ill omen.
Examples
- An unkindness of ravens circled the ancient tower, their black shapes stark against the pale winter sky.
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