noun
flirtation
fluh-TAYSHN
noun
1
Playful, teasing behavior meant to show romantic interest.
"Their flirtation was obvious to everyone at the party except them."
2
A brief period of casual interest in an idea, activity, or trend.
"His flirtation with vegetarianism lasted about two weeks."
How to Use Flirtation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of flirting, or a short-lived dabbling in some idea or hobby.
Common pairings
brief flirtation
flirtation with disaster
Word Forms
flirtations plural
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Etymology
From flirt + the noun-forming suffix -ation.