English words starting with F

A tall, thin pole with a flag attached, used to mark a hole on a golf course.

a flat, typically rectangular piece of stone used for paving.

A tool used for threshing grain, consisting of a wooden handle with a freely swinging stick or bar attached to it.

Waving or swinging wildly and uncontrollably

a natural ability or talent for doing something well

Strong criticism or opposition.

A small, flat, thin piece of something, especially one that has broken off from a larger piece.

the quality or state of being flaky; tending to break into small, thin pieces.

Breaking or coming off in small, thin, flat pieces.

Consisting of or breaking apart easily into small, thin, flat pieces.

the quality of being very confident, energetic, and stylish in a way that attracts attention.

(of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness.

in a strikingly bold, colorful, or elaborate manner.

A hot, bright stream of burning gas that comes from something on fire

having the bright, warm color of a flame, such as orange, red, or yellow.

(of a substance or material) having the ability to resist or slow down the spread of fire.

a passionate spanish style of music, song, and dance, originally from andalusia, characterized by complex rhythms and guitar accompaniment.

the failure of a jet engine in flight due to the extinction of the flame in the combustion chamber.

designed to resist catching fire or to withstand damage from flames.

Definition 1: burning with a bright flame

a tall wading bird with mainly pink or scarlet plumage, long legs, and a long, flexible neck.

The quality of being easily set on fire and burning quickly.

Easily set on fire; capable of burning quickly and easily.

a baked dessert consisting of an open pastry or sponge case filled with fruit or a savory mixture.

A projecting flat rim, collar, or rib on an object, serving to strengthen it or to attach it to another object.

Having a flange or flanges.

the side of something, especially an animal's body or a military formation.

a player positioned on the wing in sports such as rugby or soccer.

Positioned at the side of something.

A soft, light cloth with a slightly fuzzy surface, typically made of wool or cotton.

to move up and down or from side to side with quick, light movements, or to make something do this

a sweet, thick, soft cake made from oats, butter, and syrup, baked in a flat tray and cut into squares or bars.

A young woman in the 1920s who showed unconventional behavior by wearing short skirts, bobbed hair, and enjoying jazz music.

The action or sound of something moving loosely back and forth or up and down.

To burn or shine with a sudden, bright, unsteady light.

A sudden outburst of something, especially fire, violence, or disease.

Becoming wider at one end or part.

Becoming wider at one end.

To shine suddenly and brightly for a short time

(of a device or system) using flash memory as its primary or essential storage medium.

(of food) rapidly frozen in order to preserve its freshness, texture, and nutritional value.

A sudden, clear memory of a past event or a scene in a film, novel, etc. that shows such an event.

A small electric bulb that produces a bright flash of light, used for taking photographs.

A card with a word, picture, or fact on it, used as a teaching aid or for testing memory.

a device that causes a light to go on and off quickly, used as a signal.

the quality of being bright, colorful, or expensive in a way that is intended to attract attention but often seems tasteless or showy.

A strip of metal used to prevent water from seeping into the joint between a roof and another surface such as a wall or chimney.

a small portable electric light that is powered by batteries and produces a bright beam.

The temperature at which a flammable liquid produces enough vapour to ignite in air.

attracting attention by being bright, colorful, or excessive, often in a way that is considered tasteless or vulgar.

a narrow-necked bottle made of glass or plastic, used especially in chemistry laboratories.

Level and smooth, with no curved, high, or hollow parts

Having a flat bottom or base.

Having a chest, especially a female chest, that is small and not curvy.

having feet with flat arches so that the entire sole touches the ground.

To show no change or activity; to remain at a constant, often low, level

complete; absolute; downright

Relating to or being a thin, flat electronic display screen, such as an LCD or plasma screen, as opposed to a bulky cathode-ray tube.

(of a payment or price) the same in all cases, not varying with amount or usage

Having a roof that is flat or nearly horizontal, rather than sloped or pitched.

Having a flat, thin surface for displaying images, as opposed to a curved or bulky one.

A tax system where everyone pays the same percentage of their income, regardless of how much they earn.

A man's haircut in which the hair is cut short and styled so that the top of the head is flat.

Having a flat top or upper surface.

A body of water, such as a lake, pond, or slow-moving river, that is calm and free from currents, waves, or rapids.

a truck or trailer with a flat platform and no sides or roof, used for carrying heavy loads.

a flat-bottomed boat used for transporting goods and people on rivers and canals.

A type of bread that is flat and thin, often unleavened, such as pita, naan, or tortilla.

A railroad freight car without sides or a roof, having a flat floor for carrying heavy or bulky loads.

a type of sea fish, such as a plaice or sole, that has a flattened body and swims on its side with both eyes on the upper side.

A type of fish with a flattened head, especially of the family Platycephalidae.

a heavy iron with a flat base, heated and used to press clothes smooth.

a large area of flat land with few trees.

a person who lives in a flat, uninteresting geographical area, especially as viewed by someone from a more mountainous or varied region.

In a firm and definite way that shows no doubt or emotion.

the quality or state of being flat, level, or even.

having a flat, thin screen, especially one using lcd or plasma technology

To make something flat or flatter.

Made flat or flatter.

(present participle). Making something flat or flatter.

to praise someone in an exaggerated way, often to gain favor or to make them feel pleased

pleased and honored

A person who praises someone excessively, especially in order to gain an advantage.

Making someone look or seem more attractive.

The act of praising someone too much or in an insincere way, especially to gain some advantage.

Somewhat flat; having a relatively level or even surface but not completely flat.

The condition of having an excessive amount of gas in the stomach or intestines.

Suffering from or causing an uncomfortable accumulation of gas in the stomach or intestines.

Knives, forks, and spoons used for eating or serving food.

a type of worm with a long, flat, soft body and no segments, many of which are parasites.

to display (something) ostentatiously, especially in order to provoke envy or admiration or to show defiance.

displaying something ostentatiously, especially to provoke envy or admiration.

tending to show off one's possessions, abilities, or advantages in a way meant to attract attention.

a person who plays the flute.

any of a large class of plant pigments that are often antioxidants, including many that are biologically active.

The particular taste of a food or drink.

full of a strong, pleasant, or distinctive taste.

having a particular taste added to it

having a full, pleasant taste or smell

A substance used to give a particular taste to food or drink.

having little or no flavor; not tasty or interesting.

The particular taste of a food or drink

a mark or fault that spoils something and makes it less perfect or effective

having a mark, fault, or weakness that makes something not perfect

without any imperfections or defects; perfect.

In a manner that is perfect or without any mistakes or imperfections.

a plant with blue flowers, grown for its stem that is used to make thread and its seeds that are used to make linseed oil

of the pale yellow color of dressed flax

(of hair) pale yellow in color, like the color of flax fiber.

the seed of the flax plant, which is a source of oil and fiber, and is often eaten for its health benefits.

to strip the skin off a person or animal, typically as an act of punishment or torture.

to strip off the skin or outer covering of a person or animal.

a very small jumping insect without wings that feeds on the blood of animals and humans.

a market, usually held outdoors, where people sell old or used goods at low prices

A shabby, dirty, or run-down person or place.

a small patch of color or light

To grow the feathers necessary for flying.

(of a young bird) having wing feathers that are large enough for flight; able to fly.

(of a young bird) having just acquired feathers and wing feathers that are large enough for flight; newly fledged.

a young bird that has just grown the feathers needed to fly