flick
/flɪk/
CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #5637 in the learning path
轻弹；迅速拂去
Definitions
v. Move or remove something with a quick, light movement.
轻弹；迅速拂去
n. A quick, light movement of a finger, hand, or object.
轻弹；快速轻动
n. A film, in informal language.
电影（非正式）
Example
He flicked a crumb off his sleeve before leaving.
他离开前轻轻弹掉了袖子上的一粒面包屑。
Digital interfaces allow readers to flick through articles quickly, but this convenience may encourage superficial reading habits.
数字界面让读者能够快速浏览文章，但这种便利可能助长浅层阅读习惯。
Collocations
- flick through a magazine
- flick a switch
- a flick of the wrist
- a comedy flick
Usage tip
flick through指快速翻阅，不表示仔细阅读。
FAQ
- What does flick mean?
- Move or remove something with a quick, light movement. A quick, light movement of a finger, hand, or object. A film, in informal language.
- How is flick pronounced?
- UK /flɪk/, US /flɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
