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      Flock

      /flɒk/

      Meaning & Definition

      noun
      A group of birds or animals that come together, especially for social purposes.
      The flock of geese flew overhead in a perfect V formation.
      A group of people under the care of a particular leader, such as a religious leader.
      The pastor addressed his flock during the Sunday service.
      A large number or crowd.
      A flock of fans gathered outside the concert venue.
      verb
      To gather or move in a group.
      Tourists flock to the beach during the summer months.
      To congregate or gather together.
      She watched as people flocked to the new store on opening day.

      Etymology

      Middle English 'flok', of uncertain origin.

      Common Phrases and Expressions

      flock together:
      To gather or come together as a group.
      a flock of sheep:
      Specifically refers to a group of sheep.
      flock to:
      To gather in large numbers.

      Related Words

      herd
      A large group of animals, especially cattle.
      swarm
      A large or dense group of insects or animals, especially flying ones.
      gaggle
      A group of geese or a collection of people.

      Slang Meanings

      To follow a trend or popular opinion.
      Everyone is flocking to that new restaurant downtown.
      To gather together in large numbers for a particular purpose.
      Fans flocked to the stadium for the championship game.