noun
flocking
noun
1
The process of coating a surface with fine fibres to give it a soft, textured finish.
"The factory used flocking to give the toy its velvety feel."
2
The fine, fibrous material used to create such a texture, including artificial snow.
"White flocking dusted the branches of the display tree."
How to Use Flocking
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA textured coating made of fine fibres, or the process of applying it.
Common pairings
flocking material
apply flocking
Word Forms
flockings plural
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “flocking”
A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage
→
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
The factory used _____ to give the toy its velvety feel.