Synonyms for

Flocks

Verb / flɑ:ks / Another word for flocks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Flocks are groups of birds, especially domesticated ones like chickens or sheep.

Synonyms & similar words

lot mint plenty pile mountain batch spate peck fold raft greatdeal pot slew hatful muckle deal flock clump gooddeal constellate mass mickle mess sight stack herds groups collections bunches assemblages crowds congregations multitudes throng packs swarms clusters masses arrays companies teams gangs squads crews battalions

Example sentences

  1. The flocks of geese flew south for the winter.
  2. The farmer counted his flocks of chickens and ducks.
  3. We saw flocks of seagulls at the beach today.
  4. The shepherd led his flocks of sheep to a new pasture.
  5. The wildlife sanctuary is home to many flocks of exotic birds.

Quotes

  • "We are all birds of the same feather, and their designations make us forget that important fact. We should all just be part of the same flock." - Abhijit Naskar
  • "A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a song." - Chinese Proverb
  • "The flock seeks out the shepherd, not the other way around." - Marty Rubin

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