FLUTTER


Meaning of FLUTTER in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' fl ə -t ə r

Function: verb

Etymology: Middle English floteren to float, flutter, from Old English floterian, frequentative of flotian to float; akin to Old English fl ē otan to float ― more at FLEET

Date: before 12th century

intransitive verb

1 : to flap the wings rapidly

2 a : to move with quick wavering or flapping motions b : to vibrate in irregular spasms

3 : to move about or behave in an agitated aimless manner

transitive verb : to cause to flutter

– flut · ter · er \ -t ə r- ə r \ noun

– flut · tery \ -t ə r- ē \ adjective

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