flair

English

/flɛə̯/, /flɛɚ̯/

noun
Definitions
  • A natural or innate talent or aptitude.
  • Distinctive style or elegance.
  • (obsolete) Smell; odor.
  • (obsolete) Olfaction; sense of smell.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English flayre derived from Old French flair (scent, odour) derived from Latin flāgrō.

Origin

Latin

flāgrō

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