/ˈkʌv.ən/
OriginFrom Middle English covent, from Anglo-Norman covent, cuvent, from Old French covent, from Latin conventum, from conveniō, from cum (“with”) and venio (“I come”). Doublet of convent.
- A nunnery, a convent
- A confederacy or band of people (obsolete)
- A formal group or assembly of witches.
- In fantasy fiction, a family, group or assembly of vampires.
- A clique that shares common interests or activities.
““This is a very African area”, he said as they maneuvered their way among the covens of menacing children gathered in the halls.”
- A village in Brewood and Coven parish, South Staffordshire district, Staffordshire, England (OS grid ref SJ9006).
Formscovens(plural)