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What is beauties a collective noun for?

"Beauties" is not a true collective noun in the traditional sense.

Collective nouns refer to a group of things as a single unit (e.g., a flock of birds, a herd of elephants). While you might use "beauties" to refer to a group of beautiful people, it's more of a descriptive plural rather than a specific collective noun.

Here's why:

* There's no single word for a group of beautiful people (like "flock" or "herd").

* "Beauties" is simply a plural form of "beauty," used to describe multiple beautiful individuals.

Instead of "beauties," you might use more descriptive phrases:

* A group of beautiful people

* A collection of stunning individuals

* A bevy of beauties (this is a more poetic and informal way to refer to a group of attractive women)

Ultimately, the best way to refer to a group of beautiful people depends on the context and the desired tone.

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