Definition: A type of fish that has a flat body and swims on one side, with both eyes on the upper side. These fish are often found on the ocean floor and include species like flounders and halibuts.

Example: The chef prepared a delicious meal using fresh flatfish from the market.

Definition: A type of screw that is designed to fit into a countersink, allowing it to sit flush with the surface, or a type of engine where the valves are located beside the piston in the engine block.

Example: The carpenter used a flathead screw to ensure the surface was smooth and even.

Definition: In a manner that is flat or level, often referring to the surface or edge of an object.

Example: The sword was held flatling against the target before the strike.

Definition: A type of worm that has a soft, flat body and belongs to a group of animals known for being either parasitic or nonparasitic. These worms do not have a body cavity and are often found in water or as parasites in other animals.

Example: The flatworm can be found in both freshwater and marine environments, often hiding under rocks or in the sand.

Definition: A person or thing that removes the skin from an animal or a person.

Example: The flayer carefully removed the skin from the animal for processing.

Definition: A small, irritating bite caused by a flea, often resulting in a red spot on the skin.

Example: After playing with the dog, I noticed a fleabite on my ankle.

Definition: To develop the feathers needed to fly, usually referring to young birds.

Example: The baby birds will fledge and leave the nest in a few weeks.

Definition: To take care of a young bird until it is ready to fly, or to provide something with feathers.

Example: The mother bird will fledge her chicks until they can fly on their own.

Definition: Having developed the feathers necessary for flying; fully grown and capable of flight.

Example: The young birds are now fledged and ready to leave the nest.

Definition: To develop the feathers necessary for flying, or to become fully developed and ready to leave the nest.

Example: The young birds have finally fledged and are now learning to fly.

Definition: Someone or something that is new and inexperienced, often used to describe a beginner or something that has just started.

Example: The fledgling company struggled to find its place in the competitive market.

Definition: A young bird that has just learned to fly or a person who is new and inexperienced in a particular field.

Example: The fledgling took its first flight from the nest.

Definition: A soft covering made of wool, often from sheep, or a type of fabric that feels soft and warm.

Example: She wore a warm fleece jacket on the chilly day.

Definition: To cheat someone out of their money or property; to swindle.

Example: The con artist tried to fleece the unsuspecting tourists.