What is the meaning of flicker?

noun

  • A momentary flash of light.
  • North American woodpecker.
  • The act of moving back and forth.

verb

  • Move back and forth very rapidly.
    • usage: "the candle flickered"
  • Shine unsteadily.
    • usage: "The candle flickered"
  • Flash intermittently.
    • usage: "The lights flicked on and off"
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