flack
11 synonyms and 0 antonyms for flack, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — (informal) A publicist or press agent.
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Etymology
Origin debated; likely an independent development from an older word meaning "to flutter or flap," though often confused with "flak."
Full origin of flack →Frequently asked questions
What does “flack” mean?
The word “flack” means (informal) A publicist or press agent. In plain terms, informal American term for a publicist, or the act of doing PR work for someone.
How do you pronounce “flack”?
“Flack” is pronounced flak (/flæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “flack” in a sentence?
Here is “flack” used in a sentence: “The studio's flack issued a statement denying the rumors.”
What part of speech is “flack”?
Depending on how it is used, “flack” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “flack” have?
“Flack” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: (informal) A publicist or press agent.