noun

flopping

Flopping (noun) means the action of falling or dropping heavily and loosely. Example: “The fish's flopping on the deck slowed as it tired.”

noun

The action of falling or dropping heavily and loosely.

"The fish's flopping on the deck slowed as it tired."

How to use flopping

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishHeavy, loose falling or flailing movement.

floppings plural

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The fish's _____ on the deck slowed as it tired.

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What does “flopping” mean?

The word “flopping” means the action of falling or dropping heavily and loosely. In plain terms, heavy, loose falling or flailing movement.

How do you use “flopping” in a sentence?

Here is “flopping” used in a sentence: “The fish's flopping on the deck slowed as it tired.”

What part of speech is “flopping”?

“Flopping” is a noun.

What is the meaning of flopping?

"flopping" (noun) means the action of falling or dropping heavily and loosely.