flash
flash
flæʃ
flāsh
British pronunciation
/flˈæʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "flash"in English

to flash
01

to deliberately showcase or display something in a showy and attention-grabbing manner

Transitive: to flash a possession
to flash definition and meaning
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Examples
The entrepreneur flashed their luxury car collection on social media.
02

to shine brightly but temporarily

Intransitive
to flash definition and meaning
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Examples
Lightning flashed across the night sky during the storm.
03

to shine or radiate light or energy in a vibrant, lively, or passionate manner

Intransitive
example
Examples
Her eyes flashed as she spoke about her upcoming adventure.
04

to be seen for a short time

Intransitive
example
Examples
The breaking news headline flashed across the television screen.
05

to move or pass with great speed, in a way that attracts attention

Intransitive: to flash to a direction
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Examples
The sports car flashed past us on the highway, leaving us in awe of its speed.
06

to show or present information or an image on a screen for a short duration

Transitive: to flash information
example
Examples
The news anchor flashed the breaking news headline on the screen.
07

to apply or create a thin coating or layer of something on a surface

Transitive: to flash a surface
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Examples
The roofers flashed the chimney to prevent water from seeping into the attic during heavy rainfall.
08

(climbing) to successfully complete a route on the first attempt, typically without prior knowledge or practice

Transitive: to flash a route
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He managed to flash the difficult route on his first try.
Flash
01

a sudden, concentrated release of radiant energy

02

a brief moment of light

03

a sudden moment of clear understanding

04

a sudden, sharply felt moment of vivid experience

05

a device that produces a momentary burst of light for photography

What is a "flash"?

A flash is a device used in photography to provide additional light when taking pictures, especially in low-light conditions or to brighten shadows. It emits a brief, intense burst of light to illuminate the subject and improve image exposure. Flashes can be built into the camera or used as external accessories, and they help ensure that subjects are well-lit and visible, even in dim environments.

06

a bright area of color used for marking or ornamentation

07

a brief announcement giving the latest development in a news story

08

a burst of light used for signaling or illumination

09

a showy or ostentatious display

10

a moment or instance that occurs in a very short period of time, often quickly and unexpectedly

example
Examples
The entire event was over in a flash, leaving everyone in awe of how quickly it passed.
01

overly showy in appearance

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