flicker

English

/ˈflɪkə/, /ˈflɪkɚ/

noun
Definitions
  • An unsteady flash of light.
  • A short moment.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English flikeren (flutter) inherited from Old English flicerian.

Origin

Old English

flicerian

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