Meaning of the word flock in English

What does flock mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flock

US /flɑːk/

UK /flɒk/

a number of birds of one kind feeding, resting, or traveling together

Example:

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A large flock of birds flew overhead.

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The shepherd led his flock to fresh pastures.

Synonym:

herd drove pack swarm gaggle

a large number of people

Example:

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A flock of tourists gathered at the monument.

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People flock to the beach during summer.

Synonym:

crowd multitude throng horde mass

to congregate or mass in a crowd

Example:

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Tourists flock to the city every summer.

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Birds flock together for migration.

Synonym:

gather congregate assemble converge collect