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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
Word: Flex
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
flɛks
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the action or state of flexing
Short Definition:action or state of flexing
Examples:- add rigidity and eliminate brake flex
Definition:
a boastful statement or display
Short Definition:boastful statement or display
Examples:- ridiculous flexes of exorbitant wealth
- a sing-songy verse full of flexes and threats
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