Droves
6 lettersnounmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of drove, referring to large groups of animals moving together as a herd or flock.
“Droves of cattle were herded across the open moorland towards the market town.”
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Contains common letters D, R and S with a vowel-rich middle section, a solid opener
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Scores 10 points with the V worth 4, hooks well and the S is useful for extending plays
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