flock
A number of birds together in a group, such as those gathered together for the purpose of migration.
Other meanings
A large number of animals associated together in a group; commonly used of sheep, but dated also used for goats, farmed animals, and a wide variety of animals.
Those served by a particular pastor or shepherd.
Word history
From Old English "flocc" (flock, company, troop).
Where this comes from
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