What is the meaning of flirting?

noun

Playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest.
- synonyms: flirt, flirtation, coquetry, dalliance, toying

verb

Talk or behave amorously, without serious intentions.
- usage: "The guys always try to chat up the new secretaries"; "My husband never flirts with other women"
- synonyms: chat up, flirt, dally, butterfly, coquet, coquette, romance, philander, mash
Behave carelessly or indifferently.
- usage: "Play about with a young girl's affection"
- synonyms: dally, toy, play, flirt

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