flashlight
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈfɫæʃˌɫaɪt// UK //flˈæʃlaɪt// flash·light
n. a small, battery-powered light that you can carry in your hand. It helps you see in the dark when there is no electricity.
n. a portable, battery-operated electric lamp. Primarily used in North American English; the term 'torch' is preferred in British English.
I used a flashlight to find my keys in the dark.
When the power went out during the storm, we relied on a heavy-duty flashlight to navigate the house.
The rescue team scanned the dense forest floor with high-intensity flashlights, hoping to catch a glimpse of the missing hiker's reflective gear.
From flash + light.
Usage
Commonly used in North American English; the equivalent term in British English is 'torch'.