What is Collective Noun?

A collective noun is the name of a collection of persons or things taken together and spoken of as a whole. It means a collective noun is a word or phrase that refers to a group of people or things as one entity.

Grammatically, a Collective Noun refers to a group of people or things as a singularity or one entity. So, when it comes to SUBJECT-VERB AGREEMENT, Common Noun always refers to singularity or one entity for which it takes a verb. But, some exceptions are always there.

Examples of Collective Nouns

Following are some examples of Collective Nouns:

1. A herd of cattle is grazing.
2. A pair of shoes is required.
3. The army is marching ahead.
4. A crowd is gathering outside.
5. A bouquet of flowers was given to the Chief Guest.
6. The road is full of traffic.
7. A band of musicians is invited to the toddy’s program.
8. A group of people is standing there.
9. A Quiver of arrows is there for you.