flops Definition and Meaning in English (flops definition)

noun
Synonyms:failuresdisastersfiascoes
Quick Answer • Definition

Flops definition: Unsuccessful attempts or ventures, often implying a sudden and complete failure.

Definitions of Flops

  1. 1noun

    Unsuccessful attempts or ventures, often implying a sudden and complete failure.

  2. 2verb

    To fail completely or fall heavily and awkwardly, used in the third person singular present tense.

  3. 3noun(colloquial)

    A type of open-toed sandal, often made of rubber, that makes a 'flop' sound when walking.

Example Sentences

casual

“The movie was a series of flops at the box office.”

casual

“He flops onto the couch after a long day at work.”

business

“The new product launch flops, causing significant financial losses.”

Synonyms

Inflected Word Forms

infinitiveflop
past tenseflopped
present participleflopping
nounflop
adjectivefloppy

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Flops definition: Unsuccessful attempts or ventures, often implying a sudden and complete failure.
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'Flops' translates to 'flops' in English. Flops definition: Unsuccessful attempts or ventures, often implying a sudden and complete failure.
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