Flash
Pronunciation: /ˈflæʃ/
Flash (noun)
- A sudden, bright burst of light that lasts for a short time.
- A very brief period of time.
- A quick news report or update.
Examples
- A flash of lightning lit up the sky.
- The camera flash startled the cat.
Common collocations: camera flash, flash of lightning, in a flash, flash of inspiration, news flash
Flash (verb)
- To produce a sudden, bright light for a short time.
- To display something for a very short time.
Examples
- The light flashed twice before going out.
- The beacon flashed in the distance.