Word Noun
flirtation
n.
C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate US /fɫɝˈteɪʃən/ UK /flɜːtˈeɪʃən/ flir·ta·tion UK spelling flirtations
Definition
n.a playful or romantic way of acting toward someone. It can also mean a short time spent doing something you are not serious about.
n.a playful or romantic behavior intended to attract someone; alternatively, a brief period of involvement in an activity or relationship. Often implies a lack of serious commitment.
Examples
“Their flirtation lasted for months before they became a couple.”
“The politician's flirtation with the new economic policy ended as soon as the public reaction turned negative.”
“What began as a harmless flirtation with the idea of retirement eventually evolved into a full-time commitment to a life of travel and writing.”
Etymology
From flirt + -ation.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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