Definitions

1. verb

to move the wings of a bird or a glider to change direction or altitude

“The pilot had to flap the wings of the glider to avoid a collision.”

2. verb

to move or wave something back and forth, often with a loud noise

“She flapped her arms to scare the birds away from her garden.”

3. noun

a loose piece of fabric that hangs down from a garment, especially a woman’s skirt or a sailor’s coat

“The flaps on her coat were flapping in the wind.”

4. noun

a flap or fold in a surface, especially one that can be opened or closed

“The flap on the door led to a hidden compartment.”

5. noun

a sudden or brief period of panic or excitement

“There was a flap in the financial markets after the company’s announcement.”

6. noun

a fold or pleat in a fabric, especially one that is used to fasten or secure it

“The flaps on the seam of her pants were starting to come undone.”