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The correct spelling is cohorts.

How to pronounce cohorts

noun

Say it like: Coh-ort-s

The correct spelling is cohorts. A group of people supporting the same thing or person. For example: "The 18-24 cohort shows a sharp increase in automobile fatalities over the proximate age groupings."

Usage Examples

The 18-24 cohort shows a sharp increase in automobile fatalities over the proximate age groupings.

Three cohorts of men were assigned to the region.

He was able to plea down his sentence by revealing the names of three of his cohorts, as well as the source of the information.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A group of people supporting the same thing or person.
  2. 2.A demographic grouping of people, especially those in a defined age group, or having a common characteristic.
  3. 3.Any division of a Roman legion, normally of about 500 men.
  4. 4.An accomplice; abettor; associate.
  5. 5.Any band or body of warriors.

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