Flock
/flɒk/
Definitions
- (n.) A group of animals, particularly birds or sheep, considered together under the law, for purposes such as property or livestock regulations.
The farmer owns a flock of sheep covered by the grazing agreement.
Forms
- flocks
- flocking
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'flock' often appears in property or agricultural law when specifying groups of animals subject to regulation or ownership.
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