Meaning & Definition of word "Flock"
Flock
/flɒk/
noun:
- 1. A group of birds or animals that come together, especially for social purposes.
- Example: The flock of geese flew overhead in a perfect V formation.
- 2. A group of people under the care of a particular leader, such as a religious leader.
- Example: The pastor addressed his flock during the Sunday service.
- 3. A large number or crowd.
- Example: A flock of fans gathered outside the concert venue.
verb:
- 1. To gather or move in a group.
- Example: Tourists flock to the beach during the summer months.
- 2. To congregate or gather together.
- Example: 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 of flock
Meaning: To follow a trend or popular opinion.
● Example Sentence: Everyone is flocking to that new restaurant downtown.
Meaning: To gather together in large numbers for a particular purpose.
● Example Sentence: Fans flocked to the stadium for the championship game.