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Can puffin be a collective noun?

Yes, "puffin" can be a collective noun, though it's not as common as some others.

Here are some ways it could be used:

* A colony of puffins: This is the most common and natural way to refer to a group of puffins.

* A flock of puffins: This is less common, but still grammatically correct.

* A rookery of puffins: This is more specific, referring to a breeding colony of puffins.

It's important to note that while "puffin" can be used as a collective noun, it's often best to stick with the more traditional terms like "colony" or "flock" to avoid sounding unusual or forced.

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