Word
fluttering
Phoneticsflut·ter·ing
US/ˈfɫətɝɪŋ/
UK/flˈʌtəɹɪŋ/
Definition
n. the quick, light movement of something like a bird's wings or a flag in the wind. It can also describe a feeling of excitement or nervousness in your stomach.
n. the rapid, light, and irregular movement of wings or other appendages; also refers to a state of nervous excitement or a light, trembling sensation in the stomach.
Examples
“The fluttering of the butterfly's wings is beautiful to watch.”
“She felt a fluttering in her chest as she waited for the results of the interview.”
“The fluttering of the silk banners in the high wind created a rhythmic sound that echoed through the narrow valley.”
Examples
simple
“The fluttering of the butterfly's wings is beautiful to watch.”
contextual
“She felt a fluttering in her chest as she waited for the results of the interview.”
complex
“The fluttering of the silk banners in the high wind created a rhythmic sound that echoed through the narrow valley.”
Real-World Examples
“They came in small groups, some under military escort, blue and white Israeli flags fluttering from their cars as they passed Palestinian villages and farmlands.” Word family
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