flashing

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a short vivid experience
  2. noun sheet metal shaped and attached to a roof for strength and weatherproofing
  3. verb gleam or glow intermittently

Etymology

From flash + -ing. * (weatherproofing): From original flashing material of copper or aluminum that reflects flashes of sunlight.

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Synonyms

flash

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