flock

birds of a feather

Similar or like-minded people. A shorthand version of the full proverb "birds of a feather flock together," meaning people who have similar interests, ideas, or characteristics tend to seek out or associate with one another. I knew you and John would get along well. You're birds of a feather, after all.

See also: bird, feather, of

birds of a feather flock together

proverb People who have similar interests, ideas, or characteristics tend to seek out or associate with one another. I knew you and John would get along well, seeing as you both enjoy science fiction so much. Birds of a feather flock together.

See also: bird, feather, flock, of, together

flock after (someone or something)

To pursue or follow someone or something in large numbers. A: "Whoa, I almost got mowed down by a ton of teens!" B: "They must have been flocking after the hunky actor that just left the restaurant."

flock around (someone or something)

To gather around someone or something in large numbers. A: "Why is there such a big crowd outside?" B: "Oh, people must be flocking around the hunky actor that just left the restaurant."

flock in(to) (some place or thing)

To move into some place or thing in large numbers. As soon as the bell rang, kids began flocking into the school building.

flock to (someone or something)

To visit or come to someone or something in large numbers. Kids always flock to Aunt Judy—she must have the magic touch. People have been flocking to our restaurant ever since we got that glowing review in the Sunday paper.

flock together

To come together or form a group. Often used of animals. We watched as the geese flocked together overhead.

flower of the flock

The best person or thing in a group. Your cupcakes are just the flower of the flock—there is no better item at the bake sale. She's the best we've got, the flower of the flock, so you should absolutely put her on this case.

there is a black sheep in every flock

proverb In every family, group, or organization, there is one person who is unlike the other members, sometimes due to intentional rebelliousness. They are often viewed unfavorably as a result. Everyone likes me because I'm so quiet and obedient. But there is a black sheep in every flock, and that would be my wild cousin Nathan.

See also: black, every, flock, sheep, there

Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

Birds of a feather flock together.

Prov. Similar people tend to associate with each other. I always thought Amy was pretentious, and now she's going out with that snobbish boy, Louis. Birds of a feather flock together. George: Why do you think Donald is dishonest? Ned: All his friends are dishonest. Birds of a feather flock together.

See also: Bird, feather, flock, of, together

flock after someone or something

to follow someone or something in a group. The children flocked after the man playing the flute. Fans flocked after the movie star as he went from his limo into the hotel.

flock around someone or something

to crowd around someone or something. All the children will flock around the magician to see how the tricks are performed. The guests flocked around the birthday cake.

flock in(to) (some place)

Fig. [for people] to move into some place in crowds. People were flocking into the store where everything was on sale.

flock to someone or something

Fig. [for people] to come to someone or something in great numbers. Many people flocked to the shopping mall for the post holiday discounts. The kids flocked to the movie theater on Saturday afternoon.

flock together

to gather together in great numbers. (*Typically said of birds and sheep.) A large number of blackbirds flocked together, making a lot of noise. Do sheep really flock together in a storm?

birds of a feather (flock together)

Individuals of like character, taste, or background (tend to stay together), as in The members of the club had no trouble selecting their yearly outing-they're all birds of a feather . The idea of like seeks like dates from ancient Greek times, and "Birds dwell with their kind" was quoted in the apocryphal book of Ecclesiasticus. The full saying in English, Birds of a feather flock together, was first recorded in 1545.

See also: bird, feather, of

The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.

birds of a feather

If you describe two or more people as birds of a feather, you mean that they are very similar in many ways. Nancy and my mother were birds of a feather. You felt something special between them that left you out. We're birds of a feather, you and me, Mr Plimpton. Note: You can also use the full expression birds of a feather flock together to mean that similar people like to be with each other. Birds of a feather flock together. Basically, people seek out neighbourhoods that are most congenial to them.

See also: bird, feather, of

Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.

birds of a feather

people with similar tastes, interests, etc.

This phrase comes from the proverb birds of a feather flock together , which has been current in this form since the late 16th century. Its origins may ultimately lie in the Apocrypha: ‘the birds will resort unto their like’ (Ecclesiasticus 27:9).

See also: bird, feather, of

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

birds of a ˈfeather (flock toˈgether)

(saying) similar people (spend time together): She spent most of her time abroad with other English speakers, which I suppose is only natural. Birds of a feather flock together, after all.

See also: bird, feather, of

Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary

birds of a feather

and BOF

phr. & comp. abb. people who share an interest or proclivity. Those guys are really birds of a feather. They are always together. We’re BOF and love to hike and enjoy nature.

See also: bird, feather, of

McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions

birds of a feather

Individuals of similar taste, background, or other characteristics in common. The term is a shortening of the proverb, “Birds of a feather flock together,” an observation made more than two thousand years ago by Ben Sira in the apocryphal book of Ecclesiasticus. The sentiment was transferred to human beings and repeated by numerous English writers from Shakespeare’s time on.

See also: bird, feather, of

The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer

See also:

birds of a feather
birds of a feather (flock together)
BOF
chief
(there are) too many chiefs and not enough Indians
alike
alike as peas in a pod
as alike as two peas in a pod
as alike/like as peas in a pod
(as) (a)like as (two) peas in a pod

References in periodicals archive

Selling for 15,000gns was Alasdair MacLean's Tiree Donegal ET from the West Coast island which sold to the mainland to work in Robert and James Hamilton's Shawtonhill and Mid Shawtonhill flocks near Strathaven as well as Alistair Meikle's Whindyke flock near Jackton, Glasgow.

Shearling ram Dark Dawn tops the sale at 30,000gn; Event: Breeders from south of the border led trade at show

Ouellette says that scientists and engineers who are planning the future of autonomous vehicles based upon a conventional understanding of group behavior--which posits that the herd, flock, or swarm move as a homogeneous unit--might need to go back to the drawing board.

Can Autonomous Vehicles Mimic Animals?

What if there are several kinds of birds in the flock and the biologists need to know the total numbers of each kind?

Counting for the Birds

Our study targeted backyard flocks that were located within a 1-km radius from HPAI H5N8 outbreaks reported on commercial farms in Gers (n = 169) (Figure).

Role of Backyard Flocks in Transmission Dynamics of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N8) Clade 2.3.4.4, France, 2016-2017

They will receive support and training throughout the scheme to market their flocks and establish a performance-recorded hill ram sale.

New scheme launched to improve Welsh hill flocks; A pioneering project, running for five years, aims to utilise the latest genetic monitoring technology to help Welsh hill farmers beef up their lambs'market appeal

Reserve male champion was the first prize recorded ram lamb from Elfyn Owen's Cernyw flock, Llanddoged, while the reserve female was another from Phil May, this time a homebred ewe lamb.

Show absentee nips in to top Welshpool's BFL sale

Of the 26 owners who were surveyed, 100% of respondents reported regularly consuming eggs from their flock (Table 1), and 54% (n = 14) reported using other products from their chickens such as feathers (for decoration/adornment), feces/litter (for compost), and eggshells (for compost or as a calcium supplement for the flock; Table 1).

Subclinical Lead Exposure Among Backyard Chicken Flocks in Massachusetts

Goat flock and farming monitoring was performed in an uncontrolled environment where there were no boundaries and where a wildlife environment was provided.

GOAT FLOCK SURVEILLANCE: A VIDEO ANALYTICS FRAMEWORK USING QUADCOPTER

After moving to Gallowshill Farm at Cambo, Northumberland, Mr Porksen purchased a flock of Texel sheep, which were in the top 1% of rated ewes.

Research pays off for farmer; LIVESTOCK

Mean of all the observed values taken after 1st, 7th and 14th brooding day were calculated for both the anti-coagulated and serum blood samples for the two flocks. Standard deviations were also calculated to apply unpaired t test to find out p-value.

Evaluation of Bio-Accumulation Stress in Chicken by Arsenite: A Haematological Case Study

(3) Give your flock free access to a dry, secure shelter.

Prevent bird flu in your home flock

Consider caring for the flock during all four seasons, but especially winter (and summer).

The winter chicken chill: a seasoned chicken keeper from New England shares her tips for preparing your flock to thrive this winter

A flock regarded as unable or unworthy of discerning between good and bad fishes despite a lifetime's worth of religious teaching is a telltale sign of a failed messiah or, worse, a false one.

True messiahs trust their flock

New York, NY, September 17, 2015 --(PR.com)-- Innovative Software Developers Anizak Announces Release Flock, a New York City Subway App That Can be a Life Saver

"Flock" Means Never Having to Ask for Directions

Charlie Armstrong and shepherd Mark Goldosky, who manage the 1,200 ewe Beulah flock at Fenton and Doddington, have been named the overall winners of Glendale Show's inaugural Flock Competition.

Charlie Armstrong and Mark Goldosky win Glendale Show's inaugural Flock Competition; Judge Charley Walker praises 'hardy but productive stock' that achieve high profitability in challenging conditions

词组	flock
释义	flock birds of a feather Similar or like-minded people. A shorthand version of the full proverb "birds of a feather flock together," meaning people who have similar interests, ideas, or characteristics tend to seek out or associate with one another. I knew you and John would get along well. You're birds of a feather, after all. See also: bird, feather, of birds of a feather flock together proverb People who have similar interests, ideas, or characteristics tend to seek out or associate with one another. I knew you and John would get along well, seeing as you both enjoy science fiction so much. Birds of a feather flock together. See also: bird, feather, flock, of, together flock after (someone or something) To pursue or follow someone or something in large numbers. A: "Whoa, I almost got mowed down by a ton of teens!" B: "They must have been flocking after the hunky actor that just left the restaurant." See also: after, flock flock around (someone or something) To gather around someone or something in large numbers. A: "Why is there such a big crowd outside?" B: "Oh, people must be flocking around the hunky actor that just left the restaurant." See also: around, flock flock in(to) (some place or thing) To move into some place or thing in large numbers. As soon as the bell rang, kids began flocking into the school building. See also: flock, place flock to (someone or something) To visit or come to someone or something in large numbers. Kids always flock to Aunt Judy—she must have the magic touch. People have been flocking to our restaurant ever since we got that glowing review in the Sunday paper. See also: flock flock together To come together or form a group. Often used of animals. We watched as the geese flocked together overhead. See also: flock, together flower of the flock The best person or thing in a group. Your cupcakes are just the flower of the flock—there is no better item at the bake sale. She's the best we've got, the flower of the flock, so you should absolutely put her on this case. See also: flock, flower, of there is a black sheep in every flock proverb In every family, group, or organization, there is one person who is unlike the other members, sometimes due to intentional rebelliousness. They are often viewed unfavorably as a result. Everyone likes me because I'm so quiet and obedient. But there is a black sheep in every flock, and that would be my wild cousin Nathan. See also: black, every, flock, sheep, there Farlex Dictionary of Idioms. Birds of a feather flock together. Prov. Similar people tend to associate with each other. I always thought Amy was pretentious, and now she's going out with that snobbish boy, Louis. Birds of a feather flock together. George: Why do you think Donald is dishonest? Ned: All his friends are dishonest. Birds of a feather flock together. See also: Bird, feather, flock, of, together flock after someone or something to follow someone or something in a group. The children flocked after the man playing the flute. Fans flocked after the movie star as he went from his limo into the hotel. See also: after, flock flock around someone or something to crowd around someone or something. All the children will flock around the magician to see how the tricks are performed. The guests flocked around the birthday cake. See also: around, flock flock in(to) (some place) Fig. [for people] to move into some place in crowds. People were flocking into the store where everything was on sale. See also: flock flock to someone or something Fig. [for people] to come to someone or something in great numbers. Many people flocked to the shopping mall for the post holiday discounts. The kids flocked to the movie theater on Saturday afternoon. See also: flock flock together to gather together in great numbers. (Typically said of birds and sheep.) A large number of blackbirds flocked together, making a lot of noise. Do sheep really flock together in a storm? See also: flock, together McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs. birds of a feather (flock together) Individuals of like character, taste, or background (tend to stay together), as in The members of the club had no trouble selecting their yearly outing-they're all birds of a feather* . The idea of like seeks like dates from ancient Greek times, and "Birds dwell with their kind" was quoted in the apocryphal book of Ecclesiasticus. The full saying in English, Birds of a feather flock together, was first recorded in 1545. See also: bird, feather, of The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer. birds of a feather If you describe two or more people as birds of a feather, you mean that they are very similar in many ways. Nancy and my mother were birds of a feather. You felt something special between them that left you out. We're birds of a feather, you and me, Mr Plimpton. Note: You can also use the full expression birds of a feather flock together to mean that similar people like to be with each other. Birds of a feather flock together. Basically, people seek out neighbourhoods that are most congenial to them. See also: bird, feather, of Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed. birds of a feather people with similar tastes, interests, etc. This phrase comes from the proverb birds of a feather flock together , which has been current in this form since the late 16th century. Its origins may ultimately lie in the Apocrypha: ‘the birds will resort unto their like’ (Ecclesiasticus 27:9). See also: bird, feather, of Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary birds of a ˈfeather (flock toˈgether) (saying) similar people (spend time together): She spent most of her time abroad with other English speakers, which I suppose is only natural. Birds of a feather flock together, after all. See also: bird, feather, of Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary birds of a feather and BOF phr. & comp. abb. people who share an interest or proclivity. Those guys are really birds of a feather. They are always together. We’re BOF and love to hike and enjoy nature. See also: bird, feather, of McGraw-Hill's Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions birds of a feather Individuals of similar taste, background, or other characteristics in common. The term is a shortening of the proverb, “Birds of a feather flock together,” an observation made more than two thousand years ago by Ben Sira in the apocryphal book of Ecclesiasticus. The sentiment was transferred to human beings and repeated by numerous English writers from Shakespeare’s time on. See also: bird, feather, of The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer See also: birds of a feather birds of a feather (flock together) BOF chief (there are) too many chiefs and not enough Indians alike alike as peas in a pod as alike as two peas in a pod as alike/like as peas in a pod (as) (a)like as (two) peas in a pod References in periodicals archive Selling for 15,000gns was Alasdair MacLean's Tiree Donegal ET from the West Coast island which sold to the mainland to work in Robert and James Hamilton's Shawtonhill and Mid Shawtonhill flocks near Strathaven as well as Alistair Meikle's Whindyke flock near Jackton, Glasgow. Shearling ram Dark Dawn tops the sale at 30,000gn; Event: Breeders from south of the border led trade at show Ouellette says that scientists and engineers who are planning the future of autonomous vehicles based upon a conventional understanding of group behavior--which posits that the herd, flock, or swarm move as a homogeneous unit--might need to go back to the drawing board. Can Autonomous Vehicles Mimic Animals? What if there are several kinds of birds in the flock and the biologists need to know the total numbers of each kind? Counting for the Birds Our study targeted backyard flocks that were located within a 1-km radius from HPAI H5N8 outbreaks reported on commercial farms in Gers (n = 169) (Figure). Role of Backyard Flocks in Transmission Dynamics of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza A(H5N8) Clade 2.3.4.4, France, 2016-2017 They will receive support and training throughout the scheme to market their flocks and establish a performance-recorded hill ram sale. New scheme launched to improve Welsh hill flocks; A pioneering project, running for five years, aims to utilise the latest genetic monitoring technology to help Welsh hill farmers beef up their lambs'market appeal Reserve male champion was the first prize recorded ram lamb from Elfyn Owen's Cernyw flock, Llanddoged, while the reserve female was another from Phil May, this time a homebred ewe lamb. Show absentee nips in to top Welshpool's BFL sale Of the 26 owners who were surveyed, 100% of respondents reported regularly consuming eggs from their flock (Table 1), and 54% (n = 14) reported using other products from their chickens such as feathers (for decoration/adornment), feces/litter (for compost), and eggshells (for compost or as a calcium supplement for the flock; Table 1). Subclinical Lead Exposure Among Backyard Chicken Flocks in Massachusetts Goat flock and farming monitoring was performed in an uncontrolled environment where there were no boundaries and where a wildlife environment was provided. GOAT FLOCK SURVEILLANCE: A VIDEO ANALYTICS FRAMEWORK USING QUADCOPTER After moving to Gallowshill Farm at Cambo, Northumberland, Mr Porksen purchased a flock of Texel sheep, which were in the top 1% of rated ewes. Research pays off for farmer; LIVESTOCK Mean of all the observed values taken after 1st, 7th and 14th brooding day were calculated for both the anti-coagulated and serum blood samples for the two flocks. Standard deviations were also calculated to apply unpaired t test to find out p-value. Evaluation of Bio-Accumulation Stress in Chicken by Arsenite: A Haematological Case Study (3) Give your flock free access to a dry, secure shelter. Prevent bird flu in your home flock Consider caring for the flock during all four seasons, but especially winter (and summer). The winter chicken chill: a seasoned chicken keeper from New England shares her tips for preparing your flock to thrive this winter A flock regarded as unable or unworthy of discerning between good and bad fishes despite a lifetime's worth of religious teaching is a telltale sign of a failed messiah or, worse, a false one. True messiahs trust their flock New York, NY, September 17, 2015 --(PR.com)-- Innovative Software Developers Anizak Announces Release Flock, a New York City Subway App That Can be a Life Saver "Flock" Means Never Having to Ask for Directions Charlie Armstrong and shepherd Mark Goldosky, who manage the 1,200 ewe Beulah flock at Fenton and Doddington, have been named the overall winners of Glendale Show's inaugural Flock Competition. Charlie Armstrong and Mark Goldosky win Glendale Show's inaugural Flock Competition; Judge Charley Walker praises 'hardy but productive stock' that achieve high profitability in challenging conditions
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