Word Adjective
flappy
adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate flap·py
Definition
adj.describing something that moves in a loose or wobbly way, like a bird's wings. It can also describe a person who is acting in a silly or annoying way.
adj.characterised by loose, wobbly, or fluttering movement; also used to describe a person's manner as foolish or unsteady. Informal in register.
Examples
“The flappy wings of the bird made a soft noise.”
“He had a flappy way of walking, as if he were trying to balance on a tightrope.”
“The flappy fabric of the tent caught the wind, causing the entire structure to sway dangerously in the high-altitude breeze.”
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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