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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

flapping

/flæpɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does flapping mean?

verb

The act of moving the wings quickly to stay aloft or to propel oneself through the air. A sudden, uncontrolled movement of the wings, often resulting in a loss of altitude.

Example

"The bird's flapping wings created a whirlwind as it took off from the ground."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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