# crows

/ˈkɹoʊz/ (US) · /kɹˈəʊz/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/crows
Updated: 2026-08-08

## Senses

### 1. birds

noun · CEFR A2

more than one crow; large, intelligent black birds known for their loud calls.

For teachers: the plural form of the large, black, passerine bird of the genus Corvus.

- A group of crows gathered in the old oak tree behind the house.
- Farmers often use scarecrows to prevent crows from destroying their corn crops during the early spring planting season.

## Examples

- The crows fly over the city park.
- A flock of crows gathered on the fence to watch the children play.
- The crows demonstrated remarkable problem-solving skills by using small stones to raise the water level in a jar.

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