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flash
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- pronunciation:
- flaesh
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb, adjective
- features:
- Word Builder, Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A flash is a sudden, bright light. It shines and then quickly goes away.
The flash of lightning and the sound of thunder scared Claire's little brother.- synonyms:
- blaze
- similar words:
- beam, flame, spark, streak
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| definition 2: |
A flash is a sudden burst of something, especially an emotion or sense of knowing or understanding.
There was a flash of relief on everyone's faces when the firefighter rescued the dog from the burning house.The solution to the problem came to Maggie in a flash.- synonyms:
- show
- similar words:
- demonstration, exhibit, spark
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| definition 3: |
A flash is a device on a camera that sends out a burst of light so that you can to take pictures when it is somewhat dark.
This camera comes with an automatic flash.- similar words:
- bulb, light
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A flash is also a very short amount of time.
I just have to get something from the kitchen, so I'll be back in a flash.- synonyms:
- instant, minute, moment, second
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| related words: |
bit, blast, blaze, bolt, instant, minute, moment |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
flashes, flashing, flashed |
| definition 1: |
When something flashes, it gives off a sudden, bright light that quickly goes away. A light may flash on and off, again and again.
The police car's lights were flashing but its siren wasn't on.The restaurant's "OPEN" sign flashes to get people's attention.- similar words:
- beam, blink, flicker, shine
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| definition 2: |
When something flashes in a certain direction, it comes suddenly and quickly.
We heard sounds of sirens behind us, and then an ambulance and a fire truck flashed past us.A great idea flashed into my head this morning.- synonyms:
- shoot
- similar words:
- bolt, dash, tear
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| definition 3: |
When something flashes, it reflects light very brightly. When a piece of metal flashes in the sun, it means that it shines brightly in the sun.
My mother's diamond ring flashes in the sunlight.- similar words:
- sparkle
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| part of speech: |
adjective |
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A flash flood is a flood that happens suddenly or without warning.
Many peoples' homes were damaged due to the flash flood.- similar words:
- rapid, sudden
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| derivations: |
flashingly (adv.), flasher (n.) |
Word Builder: flash +
- flashlight:
a lamp with a strong beam that you hold in your hand.
- flashcard:
a card you use to help you learn something, such as spelling or math facts. You write the thing you want to learn on the card and try to remember it.
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