Definitions

1. noun

A small group of birds, especially partridges, that stay together for protection.

“The hunter carefully stalked the covey of quails through the tall grass.”

2. noun

A small group of people, especially a group of hunters or sportsmen.

“The covey of hunters moved quietly through the woods, searching for deer.”

3. verb

To go or move in a group, especially to escape danger.

“The birds covey through the trees, trying to evade the hawk.”