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flipper

/ˈflɪp.ə/

/ˈflɪpɚ/

flippernoun

flippers

/ˈflɪp.ə/

/ˈflɪpɚ/

Translations

nageoireSens zoologique.

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

Le phoque a utilisé sa nageoire pour se propulser dans l’eau.

spatuleUstensile de cuisine.

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

Il a glissé la crêpe sous la spatule et l’a retournée.

batteurSens du flipper de machine de pinball.

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

Il a appuyé sur le bouton pour actionner le batteur et renvoyer la bille vers le haut de la table.

marchand de biensSens immobilier.

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

Le marchand de biens a réalisé un bénéfice important en rénovant et en revendant la vieille maison.

palmeSens courant en natation et plongée.

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

Le plongeur a mis ses palmes avant de sauter dans l’océan.

Definitions

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.

Synonyms

flipperadjective

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

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Additional translations

palméSens rare, par analogie avec les palmes ou les nageoires.

Definitions

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

Special flipper exercises can strengthen a diver’s legs.

Synonyms

flipperproper noun

Definitions

The name of a dolphin character featured in the 1963 film and the subsequent television series of the same title.

Flipper rescues the stranded divers in the movie.

flipnoun

Definitions

A sudden, quick movement that turns something over or upside down.

With a quick flip, she turned the pancake over in the pan.

A somersault or similar acrobatic movement in the air.

The gymnast executed a perfect flip during her routine.

A light, casual gesture or action, often with the fingers.

He gave the coin a flip to decide who would go first.

A type of cocktail made with liquor, sugar, and beaten eggs, often served hot.

The bartender prepared a warm flip to help the guests stay cozy on the chilly evening.

An instance of buying something, especially real estate, and quickly reselling it for profit.

Their latest flip earned them nearly fifty thousand dollars.

flipverb

Definitions

To turn over or cause to turn over with a sudden quick movement.

She flipped the pancake to cook the other side.

To move, push, or throw (something) with a quick motion.

He flipped the switch to turn on the lights.

To suddenly become very angry or upset.

He flipped when he found out his car had been towed.

To buy and sell something, especially real estate, for a quick profit.

They flipped the house in just three months and made a significant profit.

To change or reverse (a position or situation).

The team flipped their strategy after the first half of the game.

flipadjective

flipper

Comp.

flipper

Comp.

flippest

Super.

/flɪp/

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

Translations

insolentFamilier; pour une attitude légère, irrévérencieuse ou impertinente.

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

"Ne me parle pas sur ce ton insolent", a prévenu le professeur.

Definitions

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

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

Synonyms

flipinterjection

Definitions

Used to express annoyance, frustration, or surprise.

Flip! I left my wallet at home.