flocking

noun

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

Examples of flocking in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web There could be more star power flocking to watch the JuJu show soon. Thuc Nhi Nguyen, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2024 This led to a massive flocking to Florida—and not even just by retirees. Sydney Lake, Fortune, 9 Jan. 2024 The flocking on the faux pine needles and pine cones harmonize with the silver bows tied prominently throughout the garland. Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Dec. 2023 Two and a half to three pounds of flocking should be enough for a standard size tree. Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 7 Aug. 2023 Advertisement Turkeys: For making the ultimate flocking sacrifice. Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 Nov. 2023 This artificial Christmas spruce is made from fire-resistant PVC branches and tips that are covered in white flocking. Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2023 Costway 7-Foot Snow Flocked Christmas Tree Now 63 percent off ahead of the holidays, this 7-footer is trimmed with artificial pine cones, red berries, and glittery flocking. Stephanie Osmanski, Southern Living, 3 Sep. 2023 The flocking can even be touched up year after year for a customizable finish. Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 7 Aug. 2023

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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 23 Apr. 2024.

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