flirt

//flɜːt//
B2Frequency Level 10Casual
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Verb

flirtInfinitive
flirtPresent tense
flirtedPast tense
flirtedPast participle
flirtingPresent participle
flirtsThird-person singular
1

To behave as though attracted to or trying to attract someone romantically, but without serious intentions.

She was flirting with him at the party, but she wasn't really interested.

2

To show superficial or casual interest in an idea, activity, or pursuit.

She flirted with the idea of moving abroad, but never made any serious plans.

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Noun

flirtSingular
flirtsPlural
1

A person who habitually flirts with others.

He's such a flirt that he charms everyone at parties.

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