Looking for the meaning of the word FLAPPED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of FLAPPED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Flap
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
Middle English: probably imitative
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
flap
Dialects: British English
Definition:
(of a bird) move (its wings) up and down when flying or preparing to fly
Short Definition:move wings up and down
Examples:- a pheasant flapped its wings
- gulls flapped around uttering their strange cries
Definition:
be agitated or panicky
Short Definition:be agitated
Examples:- it's all right, Mother, don't flap
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