coves Meaning & Definition
/kəʊvz/
What Does Coves Mean?
As a noun, coves means plural of cove.
Quick Facts About Coves
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //kəʊvz// |
| Syllables | 1 |
Coves Definition (Noun)
- plural of cove
Noun
- A hollow in a rock; a cave or cavern.
- A concave vault or archway, especially the arch of a ceiling.
- A small coastal inlet, especially one having high cliffs protecting vessels from prevailing winds.
- A strip of prairie extending into woodland.
- A recess or sheltered area on the slopes of a mountain.
- The wooden roof of the stern gallery of an old sailing warship.
- A thin line, sometimes gilded, along a yacht's strake below deck level.
Noun
- (thieves' cant) A fellow; a man.
- A friend; a mate.
Synonyms of Coves
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Coves synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Coves
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Coves in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
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Words That Rhyme With Coves
How Do You Say Coves?
You say coves as //kəʊvz//. It has 1 syllable.