Flap

Pronunciation: /ˈflæp/

Flap (noun)

  1. A loose part that moves quickly in the air, often making a light sound.
  2. A quick movement of a wing or similar part up and down.
  3. A small fold on a cover or container that can be opened or closed.

Examples

  • The loose flap on the door keeps moving in the wind.
  • A moving loose part can make a loud sound when it shakes.

Flap (verb)

  1. To move quickly back and forth, often because of wind or a loose part.
  2. To open and close something quickly, making a short loud sound.
  3. To fly by moving wings up and down repeatedly.

Examples

  • The flag flaps as the wind gets stronger.
  • Leaves flap against the window when the storm starts.