flocculent

Definition

Flocculated, resembling bits of wool; woolly.

Etymology

From Latin floccus (“flock of wool”).

Example Sentences

• "As soon as night begins to spread its darkening shadows over our brief twilight, this active creature [the morepork] sets out on its hunting excursions, roaming over field and gully with soft, noiseless flight, one of the advantages it owes to its flocculent plumage; [...]"