Looking for the meaning of the word FLEXED in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of FLEXED with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Flex
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
early 16th century: from Latin flex- ‘bent’, from the verb flectere
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
flɛks
Dialects: British English
Definition:
(with reference to a limb or joint) bend or become bent
Short Definition:bend limb or joint
Examples:- she saw him flex his ankle and wince
- it's important to prevent the damaged wrist from flexing
Definition:
put a (skill, talent, or ability) to use
Short Definition:put (skill or ability) to use
Examples:- the talks were seen as a way for Merkel to flex her well-known diplomatic prowess
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