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Definition of flocking - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
coming togethergathering in groups or crowds
- The flocking birds created a beautiful scene.
2.
textured surfaceTECH. covered with small particles for textureTECH.
- The flocking wallpaper added elegance to the room.
Noun
1.
decorationTECH. material with a textured surface made by applying fine fibersTECH.
- The Christmas tree was covered in white flocking.
2.
craftsTECH. process of applying fine fibers to a surface for textureTECH.
- Flocking gives the greeting card a soft, velvety feel.
Origin of flocking
Old English, flocc (a group)
Examples of flocking in a sentence
Flocking fans surrounded the celebrity at the airport. The flocking on the fabric gave it a unique feel. She admired the flocking effect on the greeting card. The ornaments shimmered against the silver flocking on the wreath. We chose flocking that wouldn’t shed onto the carpet. The toy factory uses flocking to give the plush a realistic fur texture.
She tried flocking on the ornaments to make them look dusted with snow.
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- French:affluant, flocage, ...
- German:sich sammelnd, Beflockung, ...
- Italian:radunato, floccatura, ...
- Spanish:en bandada, recubrimiento flocado, ...
- Portuguese:em revoada, flocagem, ...
- Chinese:成群的, 绒毛层, ...
- Japanese:群れを成す, フロッキング, ...
- Arabic:مُتَجَمِّع, مادَّةُ تَزْيينٍ لِيفِيَّة, ...
- Hebrew:נוֹהֵר, פְּלוֹקַאִינְג, ...
- Russian:собирающийся, флок, ...
- Ukrainian:зграєвий, флок, ...
- Hindi:झुंड में, रेशेदार परत, ...
Definition of flock - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
animalgroup of birds or animals
- A flock of geese flew overhead..
2.
religionreligious congregation led by a pastor
- The pastor addressed his flock during the service.
3.
textilesRare UK tufts of wool or cotton for stuffingRare UK
- The pillow was filled with flock for comfort.
Verb
1.
movementintr. gather or move together in a crowdintr.
- People flock to the beach during summer..
2.
coatingtr. TECH. apply fibers to a surfacetr. TECH.
- They flocked the wallpaper for a textured look.
Images of flock
tufts of wool or cotton for stuffing
Expressions with flock
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people with similar traits tend to gather or associate
Birds of a feather flock together in school clubs.
enter a place in large groups or crowds
Fans flock in as soon as the doors open.
go somewhere in large groups because something attracts
Tourists flock to the city every summer.
gather in a group for safety or social reasons
Birds often flock together during migration.
gather closely in a group around someone or something
Fans flock around the singer after the concert.
guide or lead a group of people
The manager's job is to shepherd the flock during the project.
group of people following a religious leader
The pastor addressed the Lord's flock during the Sunday service.
wallpaper with a raised pattern using small fibers
The living room was decorated with elegant flock paper.
the best or most outstanding member
She is the flower of the flock in our team.
Origin of flock
Old English, flocc (group of people or animals)
Examples of flock in a sentence
The farmer watched over his flock of chickens. The flock gathered for the evening prayer. His flock supported him during the difficult times. The upholstery was padded with flock for durability. Flock is often used in crafting stuffed toys. Fans flock to the stadium for the big game.
Tourists flock to the city during the festival. They decided to flock the lampshade for a unique effect. The artist flocked the canvas to add depth.
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- French:troupeau, affluer, ...
- German:Schwarm, strömen, ...
- Italian:gregge, radunarsi, ...
- Spanish:bando, congregarse, ...
- Portuguese:bando, afluir, ...
- Chinese:群, 聚集, ...
- Japanese:群れ, 群がる, ...
- Arabic:سَرْب, تَجَمَّعَ, ...
- Hebrew:עֵדֶר, לִנְהֹר, ...
- Russian:стая, стекаться, ...
- Ukrainian:зграя, стадом, ...
- Hindi:झुंड, इकट्ठा होना, ...
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