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flicker Definition and Meaning in English (flicker definition)

verb
Synonyms:twinklegleamshimmer
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Flicker definition: To shine unsteadily, often with a rapid, slight movement, especially referring to a flame or light.

Definitions of Flicker

  1. 1verb

    To shine unsteadily, often with a rapid, slight movement, especially referring to a flame or light.

  2. 2verb

    To make a quick, slight, and unsteady movement, often referring to a part of the body or an object.

  3. 3noun

    A quick, unsteady flash of light or a brief, rapid movement.

Example Sentences

casual

“The candle flame began to flicker in the draft.”

casual

“A flicker of hope appeared in his eyes.”

casual

“He saw a flicker of movement in the bushes.”

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third person singularflickers
past tenseflickered
present participleflickering

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Flicker definition: To shine unsteadily, often with a rapid, slight movement, especially referring to a flame or light.
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'Flicker' translates to 'flicker' in English. Flicker definition: To shine unsteadily, often with a rapid, slight movement, especially referring to a flame or light.
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