Definition

Describing something that moves or waves quickly and loosely, often making a sound like flapping wings.

Example

The flapping flags danced in the wind.

Conversation

Did you see the flapping flags at the festival today?

Yeah, they looked really colorful and lively!

I love how the wind makes them seem so alive with all that flapping.

Absolutely! It added so much energy to the whole event.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

The action or process of moving something quickly up and down or back and forth, often used to describe the movement of wings or other flexible parts.

Example

The flapping of the bird's wings created a beautiful sound as it took off into the sky.

Conversation

Have you noticed the flapping in how some people pronounce certain words?

Yeah, it's interesting how it makes them sound more relaxed.

I think it adds a nice rhythm to their speech.

Definition

To move or wave something, especially wings or a flag, quickly up and down or back and forth.

Example

The bird was flapping its wings to take off into the sky.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see that bird flapping its wings so fast?

Yeah, it looked like it was trying to take off!

I wonder why it was flapping so much in one spot.

Root Explanation

Flapping → It is formed from "flap" (of uncertain origin, possibly imitative of the sound made) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating a continuous action). The word "flapping" refers to the continuous action of moving something up and down or back and forth, often associated with wings or loose material.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sound and motion of something moving up and down quickly — that's what flapping means, as it describes the continuous action of that movement.

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