flash
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To cause to shine briefly or intermittently.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
He flashed the light at the water, trying to see what made the noise.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To blink; to shine or illuminate intermittently.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To be visible briefly.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “flash” mean?
To cause to shine briefly or intermittently.
Is “flash” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.