IPA: /flɒk/
KK: /flɑk/
To gather or move together in a group, often used to describe birds or people.
The birds flock together in the sky during migration.
Past: flocked
Past Participle: flocked
A group of animals or people that stay together, often led by one person or leader.
The shepherd guided his flock of sheep across the field.
To fill or cover something with soft material like wool or cotton, often to create a texture or pattern.
The artist decided to flock the surface of the sculpture to give it a unique look.
Past: flocked
Past Participle: flocked
Flock → The word originates from Old English 'flocc', meaning a group or crowd, particularly of animals. It refers to a gathering of birds or sheep, emphasizing the collective nature of the group.
Think of a 'group' ('flocc') of animals gathered together — that's what a flock means.