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“Floc” or “Flock”

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.

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Definitions

What each term means

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floc f·l·AA·k

No dictionary entry for this spelling — see the usage examples below for how it shows up in writing.

flock f·l·AA·k

  • nouna church congregation guided by a pastor.
  • nouna group of birds.
  • nouna group of sheep or goats.
  • verbmove as a crowd or in a group.
Usage

Examples in context

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“floc”

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

“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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