FLICK | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word FLICK in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of FLICK with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Flick

Speech Type: Noun

Etymology:

late Middle English: symbolic, fl- frequently beginning words denoting sudden movement

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: flɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a sudden quick movement

Short Definition:

sudden quick movement

Examples:
  • the flick of a switch
  • a flick of the wrist
Definition:

a cinema film

Short Definition:

cinema film

Examples:
  • a Hollywood action flick
Definition:

a group of hares or rabbits.

Short Definition:

group of hares or rabbits

Word: Flick

Speech Type: Verb

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: flɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:

strike or propel (something) with a sudden quick movement of the fingers

Short Definition:

strike or propel with quick movement of fingers

Examples:
  • Max flicked his bow tie
  • Ursula flicked some ash off her sleeve

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