Word
flashing
Phoneticsflash·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈfɫæʃɪŋ/
UK/flˈæʃɪŋ/
Definitions
01blinking light
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act of a light turning on and off very quickly.
n. the intermittent emission or reflection of light, often used as a signal or indicator.
“The flashing of the emergency lights warned drivers to slow down.”
“The rhythmic flashing of the lighthouse provided a reliable navigational anchor for the sailors navigating the treacherous coastline.”
02roofing material
C2 · Proficiency Uncountable noun Technology Technical
n. pieces of metal or plastic used to stop water from getting into the joints of a roof.
n. strips of impervious material, typically lead or aluminium, installed to prevent water penetration at roof joints and penetrations.
Español:impermeabilización
“The builder had to replace the lead flashing around the chimney to stop the leak.”
“Improperly installed copper flashing at the valley of the roof led to significant structural rot over the course of a single decade.”
Usage
Usually uncountable when referring to the material generally, but countable when referring to specific sections.
Synonyms
03indecent exposure
C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Law Informal
n. the act of showing your naked body to someone in public for a short time.
n. the act of briefly exposing one's genitals or naked body in a public place.
“The man was arrested for flashing in the park near the school.”
“The local authorities increased patrols following several reports of flashing in the residential district during the late evening hours.”
Real-World Examples
“The onboard computer started flashing alarms, forcing Mission Control to consider aborting the landing.” “On the inside, thousands of flashing lights blink and fans whirr as rows of computer servers power AI.” “A dehumidifier will stop working when its water tank is full, usually signalled by a flashing light, beep or app alert.” “A federal complaint filed on Monday says immigration officers noticed that Garces Perez’s car had its emergency lights flashing, and they ran a database check.” Etymology
From flash + -ing. * (weatherproofing): From original flashing material of copper or aluminum that reflects flashes of sunlight.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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Traducciones: Kaikki.org (Wiktionary), CC BY-SA 4.0