frat flick
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Meaning · English
A supposed dance move prevalent at fraternity parties which involves gently bobbing one's head, raising one arm and flicking the hand to the beat.
Register: humorous, slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
You may think the frat flick is a form of flirting, but don't fall for it and abandon your friend at a party for the sake of a hookup. It won't work out anyway, so focus on saving your friendship instead.
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).
Common questions
What does “frat flick” mean?
A supposed dance move prevalent at fraternity parties which involves gently bobbing one's head, raising one arm and flicking the hand to the beat.
Is “frat flick” formal or informal?
frat flick is generally humorous, slang.