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Flock
01
a group of birds of the same type, flying and feeding together
Examples
With a flutter of wings, the flock of sparrows descended upon the bird feeder, chirping excitedly as they feasted.
02
a group of sheep, goats, or other domesticated herd animals kept together
Examples
The shepherd guided his flock across the hills.
03
a crowd of people, especially sharing a common characteristic or purpose
Examples
A flock of tourists gathered around the famous statue.
04
the members of a religious congregation under the care of a pastor
Examples
The pastor guided his flock through the difficult times.
to flock
01
to gather in a group
Intransitive: to flock somewhere
Examples
The tourists began to flock around the famous monument for photos.
02
(of birds) to gather or assemble together in a group
Intransitive
Examples
The birds flocked together as the sun began to set.
