I. ˈflȯnt, -ä-, -ȧ- verb
( -ed/-ing/-s )
Etymology: probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian dialect flanta to gad about; akin to Old Norse flana to rush heedlessly, Greek planasthai to wander — more at planet
intransitive verb
1. : to wave or flutter showily
their flag flaunts in the breeze
scarlet tulips flaunting in the spring sun
2.
a. : to display or obtrude oneself to public notice especially by reason of excessive or gaudy finery or impropriety of behavior : seek to attract attention especially by appearing or acting brash and brazen
a pair of pretty girls giggling and flaunting on the street corner
b. : to make a showy appearance : stand out brightly or distinctly
warm short days flaunting with dahlia and marigold — C.G.Glover
transitive verb
1. : to display ostentatiously
the winners flaunting their victory
: make an impudent show of : parade
2. : to treat contemptuously : flout
flaunt army regulations
Synonyms: see show
II. noun
( -s )
1. : act of flaunting : display
2. obsolete : something displayed for vain show
in these my borrowed flaunts — Shakespeare