coven

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Pronunciation 1.2 Etymology 1.3 Noun 1.3.1 Quotations 1.3.2 Derived terms 1.3.3 Translations

[edit] English

[edit] Pronunciation

• Rhymes: -ʌvən

[edit] Etymology

From Old English cofan (chamber)

[edit] Noun

coven (plural covens)

1. A clique that shares common interests or activities.
2. A formal group or assembly of witches (usually 13 in number).

[edit] Quotations

clique

• 1986, David Leavitt, The Lost Language of Cranes, Penguin, paperback edition, page 12

  "This is a very African area," he said as they maneuvered their way among the covens of menacing children gathered in the halls.

[edit] Derived terms

• covener

[edit] Translations