flocking Meaning & Definition
Phonetic codes: F L AA1 K IH0 NG
What Does Flocking Mean?
Flocking is a verb that means present participle and gerund of flock. As a noun, it means The process of adding small particles to a surface for the sake of texture. As a noun, it means A material textured in this way.
Flocking Definition (Verb)
- present participle and gerund of flock
Flocking as a Noun
- The process of adding small particles to a surface for the sake of texture.
- A material textured in this way, such as the artificial snow of a Christmas tree.
Verb
- To congregate in or head towards a place in large numbers.
People flocked to the cinema to see the new film.
- To flock to; to crowd.
- To treat a pool with chemicals to remove suspended particles.
Verb
- To coat a surface with dense fibers or particles.
Noun
- A material textured in this way.
Synonyms of Flocking
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Flocking synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Flocking
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Flocking in a Sentence
People flocked to the cinema to see the new film.
Word Forms & Grammar
flocking
flocking (plural flockings)