flocking

noun

flock·​ing ˈflä-kiŋ How to pronounce flocking (audio)
: a design in flock

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Freedom highlighted the fabric’s versatility by showing it as loungewear, with flocking and in check and striped constructions available in sulfur and reactive dye options. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 28 May 2025 The figurines are wrapped in an earthy faux moss flocking and measure up to 5.5 inches tall. Maggie Horton, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025 The difficulties were illustrated in particular during the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic that saw people stuck at home flocking to Zoom. Kate Gibson, CBS News, 28 Feb. 2025 Despite the flocking, the branches were quite sturdy and held some heavier ornaments with ease. Madison Yauger, People.com, 25 Nov. 2024 See All Example Sentences for flocking

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1874, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of flocking was circa 1874

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“Flocking.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flocking. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.

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