Definition & Meaning of "flick"in English

to flick

VERB

to displace or get rid of something by giving it quick, light strikes or blows

Transitive: to flick sth off a surface

Examples

She flicked the dust off the bookshelf with a feather duster.

He flicked the crumbs off the tablecloth with a swift motion of his hand.

to move or propel something with a light, quick motion

Transitive: to flick sth

Examples

She flicked the hair out of her eyes as she read the fine print.

The dancer flicked her scarf gracefully as she twirled across the stage.

to cause something to make a swift, light, or sudden movement

swish

Transitive: to flick sth

Examples

She flicked the switch to turn on the light.

He flicked the ball across the table with his finger.

to browse through the pages of a book or other written material quickly and casually

Transitive: to flick through pages

Examples

She flicked through the pages of the magazine, looking for an article that caught her attention.

He flicked through the dictionary to find the definition of the unfamiliar word.

Flick

NOUN

a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement

a short stroke

a light sharp contact (usually with something flexible)

(tennis) a quick and controlled movement of the wrist to generate spin on the ball during a shot

What is a "flick"?

A flick in tennis refers to a quick, light shot made with a sudden wrist movement. It is typically used when a player is close to the net or when a ball is coming at an awkward angle. The player flicks the wrist to add spin or to change the direction of the ball, often sending it over the opponent’s head or into an unexpected part of the court. Flick shots are fast and deceptive, requiring precision and timing to be effective in outmaneuvering the opponent.

Examples

She used a flick of her wrist to add topspin to her forehand.

His backhand flick caught his opponent off guard.

a movie or motion picture