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First published 1951 (DOST Vol. II).
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Flok, n.2 [LG. flok (Da. flok, flokke, Sw. flocka), Du. vlok. Cf. Floach.] A flake of snow. —c1590 Fowler I. 84/208.
Whyter than the snow which gathered is in flokkis but winde