floc

/flɑk/
noun
  1. A small, loosely clumped mass or tuft, especially of fibers, particles, or sediment.
    • The water filter caught a floc of dirt and debris.
    • A floc of wool fibers stuck to the sweater.
    • Under the microscope, the bacteria formed a floc in the liquid.
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