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flirting

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈfɫɝtɪŋ// UK //flˈɜːtɪŋ// flirt·ing

n. behaving in a playful way because you are attracted to someone. It is a way of showing interest without being too serious.

n. the act of behaving as though sexually attracted to someone, but typically in a playful or lighthearted manner. Often involves suggestive speech, body language, or social cues.


SIMPLE

Their constant flirting makes everyone in the office smile.

CONTEXTUAL

What started as harmless flirting at the party eventually led to a serious long-term relationship.

COMPLEX

Social psychologists often distinguish between playful flirting intended for entertainment and strategic flirting used to gauge a potential partner's romantic interest.

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Typically functions as an uncountable gerund noun; when used as a verb, it is intransitive and takes the preposition 'with'.

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