flock

B1
Pronunciation
/flɒk/
/flɑk/
Noun
8 definition(s)
1 Definition

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

2 Definition

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

3 Definition

Those served by a particular pastor or shepherd.

4 Definition

A large number of people.

Synonyms
congregation
5 Definition

A religious congregation.

Synonyms
congregation
6 Definition

Coarse tufts of wool or cotton used in bedding.

7 Definition

A lock of wool or hair.

8 Definition

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.

Verb
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

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

Example Sentences
  • People flocked to the cinema to see the new film.
2 Definition

To flock to; to crowd.

3 Definition

To treat a pool with chemicals to remove suspended particles.

4 Definition

To coat a surface with dense fibers or particles.