Flash

/flæʃ/

The meaning and definition of Flash, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. To cause to shine briefly or intermittently.
    β€œHe flashed the light at the water, trying to see what made the noise.”
  2. To blink; to shine or illuminate intermittently.
    β€œThe light flashed on and off.”
noun
  1. A form of military insignia.
    β€œI just got my first commando flash.”
  2. A sudden, short, temporary burst of light.

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Synonyms beep glint gleam molding flash moulding flash
Antonyms aeon

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