v. & n.
--v.
1. intr. (usu. foll. by with) behave in a frivolously amorous or sexually enticing manner.
2 intr. (usu. foll. by with) a superficially interest oneself (with an idea etc.). b trifle (with danger etc.) (flirted with disgrace).
3 tr. wave or move (a fan, a bird's tail, etc.) briskly.
4 intr. & tr. move or cause to move with a jerk.
--n.
1. a person who indulges in flirting.
2 a quick movement; a sudden jerk.
Derivatives:
flirtation n. flirtatious adj. flirtatiously adv. flirtatiousness n. flirty adj. (flirtier, flirtiest).
Etymology: imit.