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Meaning of flickering

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

flickering

verb

Definitions

  1. To burn or shine unsteadily, or with a wavering light.

  2. To keep going on and off; to appear and disappear for short moments; to flutter.

  3. To flutter; to flap the wings without flying.

noun

Definitions

  1. A short, uncertain burst.

    Example: Even after the acrimonious breakup, she still felt flickerings of love for him.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Shining unsteadily or vary rapidly in brightness (referring to a light or a source of light)