aflicker
|a-flick-er|
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/əˈflɪkər/
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/əˈflɪkə/
(flicker)
unsteady light or movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aflicker' originates from the English word 'flicker', where 'flicker' meant 'to shine unsteadily'.
Historical Evolution
'flicker' changed from the Old English word 'flicorian' and eventually became the modern English word 'flicker'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move quickly and lightly', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to shine unsteadily'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
in a state of flickering or shimmering light.
The candle was aflicker in the dark room.
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Last updated: 2025/05/24 22:51