“Floc” or “Flock”—Which to use?

“Floc” or “Flock”

Overview

floc / flock are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

floc: NA

flock: (noun) a church congregation guided by a pastor. (noun) a group of birds. (noun) a group of sheep or goats. (verb) move as a crowd or in a group.

Pronunciation

floc: f·l·AA·k

flock: f·l·AA·k

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Examples in Context

Examples of “floc”

The floating floc blanket is removed from the…
After coagulation and flocculation processes, water flows to DAF…

Examples of “flock”

…against play-acting and warn their flock not to see it".
…such as Spandau Ballet, A Flock of Seagulls, Culture Club, ABC,…
…knocked down, they resemble a "flock of flying ducks".
…the city, and recommended his flock to pray for God's blessing…
…William Evans with a large flock of sheep from the Hunter…
…and consequently of his whole flock, that is, of his own
…raised and people began to flock to what was then all…
…of his dog and a flock of chickens.
Rag Flock Act (1911) Amendment Act 1928…
…evidence from a common ancestor flock in the bird's natural range,…

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