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flockig

flaky, fluffy, in flakes

adjective FLOK-ikh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Textures

Usage Note

Flockig describes a texture that separates into soft layers or small tufts. Flockiger Blätterteig is flaky pastry; flockiger Schnee is light, fluffy snow. It implies a light, airy structure.

Examples

"Der flockige Lachs zerfiel beim Berühren mit der Gabel."

Natural Translation

The flaky salmon fell apart at the touch of a fork.

Literal Translation

The flaky salmon fell apart at touching with the fork.

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