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flock

/flɒk/ /flɑk/

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noun

A large number of birds, especially those gathered together for the purpose of migration.

Examples :

"A large flock of birds flew overhead during the school's morning assembly. "

animal bird group nature

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noun

A large number of animals, especially sheep or goats kept together.

Examples :

"The farmer moved his flock of sheep to a new pasture. "

animal group nature

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noun

Those served by a particular pastor or shepherd.

Examples :

"The pastor's flock attended the Sunday service in large numbers. "

religion group theology

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noun

A large number of people.

Examples :

"A large flock of students gathered outside the school after the bell rang. "

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noun

A religious congregation.

Examples :

"The Sunday flock at the church was particularly large this week. "

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verb

To congregate in or head towards a place in large numbers.

Examples :

"People flocked to the cinema to see the new film."

group animal nature action place

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verb

To flock to; to crowd.

Examples :

"People flocked to the park on the sunny afternoon. "

group action place

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verb

To treat a pool with chemicals to remove suspended particles.

Examples :

"The pool technician flocked the swimming pool to remove the dirt and algae. "

chemistry process utility

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noun

Coarse tufts of wool or cotton used in bedding.

Examples :

"The bed was made with a soft, fluffy flock, making it comfortable for the children. "

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A lock of wool or hair.

Examples :

"The sheep farmer carefully separated the flock from the rest of the herd. "

material appearance

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Very fine sifted woollen refuse, especially that from shearing the nap of cloths, formerly used as a coating for wallpaper to give it a velvety or clothlike appearance; also, the dust of vegetable fibre used for a similar purpose.

Examples :

"The wallpaper in the school library had a soft texture, created using a flock. "

material substance industry

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verb

To coat a surface with dense fibers or particles.

Examples :

"The carpenter flocked the wooden table with a fine layer of white felt. "

material process technical