Blinking

Pronunciation: /ˈblɪŋkɪŋ/

Blinking (verb)

  1. To close and open your eyes quickly, usually without thinking.
  2. To turn on and off quickly to show a warning or message.

Examples

  • She is blinking to rest her eyes.
  • The driver keeps blinking when the light is bright.

Blinking (adjective)

  1. Having eyes that close and open quickly, often because of tiredness or irritation.

Examples

  • He looks tired, with blinking eyes.
  • Her blinking eyes show she is trying to stay awake.