flag — A piece of cloth with a distinctive design that is used as a symbol or signal
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A piece of cloth with a distinctive design that is used as a symbol or signal
Pronunciation (IPA): /flæɡ/
Example Sentences
- My motivation started to flag when I saw there were 500 more math problems to solve
- She flagged down a taxi by waving her arms like a crazy person
- The students pledge allegiance to the flag every morning
flag
NOUN[/flæɡ/]
A piece of cloth with a distinctive design that is used as a symbol or signal
A giant flag waves proudly above the castle as soldiers cheer below.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'flag' has uncertain origins, but it possibly derives from Old Norse 'flaga' meaning a slab or layer, or from Middle English 'flagge' related to drooping or hanging. It may also be connected to the concept of something that flutters or waves.
Breakdown
'Flag' is a single morpheme with no clear internal breakdown; it is a root word that cannot be decomposed into smaller meaningful units in English.
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📝Examples
“My motivation started to flag when I saw there were 500 more math problems to solve”
“She flagged down a taxi by waving her arms like a crazy person”
“The students pledge allegiance to the flag every morning”
“Please flag any errors you find in this document”
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