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flap

Definition

  • noun: a flat piece of material that is attached to something on one side and that can be easily moved
  • noun: a stroke with something broad
  • verb: to move (something) up and down or back and forth
  • verb: to beat with or as if with a flap
  • synonyms: slap, strike, lap

Examples

  • He was widely criticized during the recent 'flap' [='uproar'] about his controversial new book.

  • He got 'in a flap' [=he became upset] over the delays in the schedule.

  • the soft 'flap' [='flapping'] of the flag in the breeze

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) grabbed the Dragon Scroll it for you waited .. What happens when read? No one knows, but legend says he will be able to hear butterfly flap really? Hmaraa Yes, sees light at the depth of the cave hair is around you and movement Could I broke through the walls Could I do that my heart focused (..)
    2008 Kung Fu Panda