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flipper

/ˈflɪp.ə/

/ˈflɪpɚ/

Übersetzungen

flipperadjektiv

Attributive use of the noun, as in ‘flipper movement’, ‘flipper injury’.

Synonyme

flippersubstantiv

flippers

Pl.

/ˈflɪp.ə/

/ˈflɪpɚ/

ласты

The diver put on his flippers before entering the water.

Водолаз надел свои ласты перед тем, как войти в воду.

плавник

The dolphin's flipper was injured.

Плавник дельфина был поврежден.

Synonyme

flipadjektiv

flipper

Komp.

flipper

Komp.

flippest

Super.

/flɪp/

Informal adjective meaning 'glib; disrespectfully casual'; also used attributively (e.g., flip answer, flip phone).

Synonyme

Definitionen

flipperadjektiv

Relating to or resembling flippers; designed for use with or on flippers.

Special flipper exercises can strengthen a diver’s legs.

flippersubstantiv

A broad, flat limb adapted for swimming, found on aquatic animals such as seals, whales, and turtles.

The seal used its flipper to propel itself through the water.

A flat, rubber shoe used by swimmers and divers to aid in swimming.

The diver put on his flippers before jumping into the ocean.

A person who buys and sells houses or other properties quickly for profit.

The real estate flipper made a significant profit by renovating and selling the old house.

A part of a pinball machine that is used to hit the ball and keep it in play.

He pressed the button to activate the flipper and send the pinball flying back up the table.

A broad, flat kitchen utensil (spatula) used to lift and turn food while cooking.

He slid the pancake under the flipper and turned it over.

flipadjektiv

Informal, showing a lack of seriousness or respect; glib or impertinent.

"Don't get flip with me," the teacher warned.