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flipper

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Noun — A wide, flat limb used for swimming, found on animals such as whales, seals, and turtles.

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pair of flippers pinball flipper

Etymology

From flip + the agent suffix -er.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “flipper” mean?

The word “flipper” means a wide, flat limb used for swimming, found on animals such as whales, seals, and turtles. In plain terms, a flat swimming limb (on an animal or worn as gear), or the paddle in a pinball machine.

How do you pronounce “flipper”?

“Flipper” is pronounced FLIH-puh (/ˈflɪpɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “flipper” in a sentence?

Here is “flipper” used in a sentence: “The seal slapped its flipper against the water.”

What part of speech is “flipper”?

“Flipper” is a noun.

How many meanings does “flipper” have?

“Flipper” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a wide, flat limb used for swimming, found on animals such as whales, seals, and turtles.

Related words

fin

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