flapping

[ˈflæpɪŋ]

flapping Definition

• 1. the action of waving or moving up and down
• 2. the sound made by something flapping

Using flapping: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flapping" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The bird's wings were flapping as it took off.

• Example

  The flag was flapping in the wind.

• Example

  I could hear the flapping of the pages as he turned them quickly.

flapping Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flapping

• fluttering
• wavering
• swinging

Phrases with flapping

• flap one's wings

  move one's wings up and down, typically to fly or take off

  Example

  The bird flapped its wings and flew away.

• flap of a sail

  a piece of fabric attached to a sail that can be adjusted to control the amount of wind caught by the sail

  Example

  The sailor adjusted the flap of the sail to catch more wind.

• flap of a butterfly

  a small movement or action that can have a large effect or consequence

  Example

  The flap of a butterfly's wings can cause a hurricane on the other side of the world.

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Summary: flapping in Brief

The term 'flapping' [ˈflæpɪŋ] refers to the action of waving or moving up and down, often accompanied by a sound. It can describe the movement of wings, flags, or pages, as in 'The bird's wings were flapping as it took off.' 'Flapping' extends into phrases like 'flap of a sail,' and 'flap of a butterfly,' denoting small movements with significant effects.