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flock
Noun
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A flock is a large number of birds, especially those gathered together for the purpose of migration.
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A flock is a large number of animals, especially sheep or goats kept together.
flock
Verb
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If you flock to a place, you go towards a place in large numbers.
People flocked to the cinema to see the new film.
coating
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noun
(= coat)
a thin layer covering something
a second coat of paint
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noun
a heavy fabric suitable for coats
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noun
(= finish, finishing)
a decorative texture or appearance of a surface (or the substance that gives it that appearance)
the boat had a metallic finish
he applied a coat of a clear finish
when the finish is too thin it is difficult to apply evenly
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noun
(= application)
the work of applying something
the doctor prescribed a topical application of iodine
a complete bleach requires several applications
the surface was ready for a coating of paint