flashing

flash-ing · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Producing intermittent bursts of light.

  2. 2.

    Moving very quickly; darting.

  3. 3.

    (noun) Thin strips of metal used to prevent water penetration at joints in roofing or walls.

Phrases & expressions

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    flashing lights — intermittent warning lights
  • •
    flashing smile — a quick, bright smile

Related words

Antonyms: constant, steady
See also: blinking, flash, flashes
Synonyms: blinking, flickering, gleaming

Etymology

From the verb "flash" + "-ing," from Middle English flasshen, of imitative origin.