Hordes Meaning and Definition
Hordes
Pronunciation
/hɔrdz/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A large and overwhelming crowd or multitude of people, animals, or things.
Examples
- The hordes of zombies descended upon the city.
- A horde of bees attacked the unsuspecting camper.
Synonyms
- Crowd
- Throng
- Multitude
Antonyms
- Isolation
- Solitude
- Few
Etymology
The word “Hordes” originates from the Old English and Norse words “horde” and “horð”, meaning “host” or “multitude”.
Usage Notes
The term “Hordes” is often used metaphorically to describe a large and overwhelming quantity of something, such as a horde of tasks or a horde of responsibilities.
Cultural References
The term “Hordes” has been used in various TV shows and movies, such as “The Walking Dead” and “Zombieland”, to describe swarms of zombies or undead creatures.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- A horde of
- Hoards of
Related Words or Phrases
- Host
- Throng
- Crowd
- Masses
Collocations
- A horde of people
- A horde of noise
- A horde of activity
Frequency of Use
The term “Hordes” is relatively uncommon in everyday language, but it is often used in fiction and popular culture to describe large and overwhelming crowds or swarms.
Common Misspellings
- Horde’s
- Hordey