horde

/hɔrd/

Definitions

1. noun

A large crowd or group of people, often moving together in a disorderly or threatening manner.

“The horde of protesters marched through the city streets.”

2. noun

A large number of animals, especially wild animals, moving together.

“The horde of locusts destroyed the entire crop in a single night.”

3. verb

To move or advance in a large and disorderly crowd.

“The fans horde towards the stage, eager to catch a glimpse of the performer.”

Synonyms

  • crowd
  • mob
  • throng

Antonyms

  • isolate
  • separate