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flasher

FLASH

Flasher (noun) means a device that switches a light on and off repeatedly, such as a turn signal. Example: “He turned on his flashers and pulled onto the shoulder.”

noun
1
A device that switches a light on and off repeatedly, such as a turn signal.
"He turned on his flashers and pulled onto the shoulder."
2
(informal) Someone who indecently exposes themselves in public.
"Police arrested a flasher in the park."

How to use flasher

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA blinking light device (like a car's hazard lights), or informally, someone who exposes themselves in public.

Word forms

flashers plural, Flashers plural

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Etymology

Named after Mabel Flasher.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flasher” mean?

The word “flasher” means a device that switches a light on and off repeatedly, such as a turn signal. In plain terms, a blinking light device (like a car's hazard lights), or informally, someone who exposes themselves in public.

How do you pronounce “flasher”?

“Flasher” is pronounced FLASH (/ˈflæʃɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “flasher” in a sentence?

Here is “flasher” used in a sentence: “He turned on his flashers and pulled onto the shoulder.”

What is another word for “flasher”?

Words with a similar meaning to “flasher” include exhibitionist.

What part of speech is “flasher”?

“Flasher” is a noun.

How many meanings does “flasher” have?

“Flasher” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a device that switches a light on and off repeatedly, such as a turn signal.

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