Meaning of the word flex in English

What does flex mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flex

US /fleks/
UK /fleks/

Verb

1.

to bend an arm, leg, etc., or to tighten a muscle

Example:
He likes to flex his muscles in front of the mirror.
You need to flex your knees when you jump.
2.

(slang) to show off; to display something ostentatiously

Example:
He likes to flex his new car on social media.
She was trying to flex her wealth at the party.

Noun

an act of bending a limb or tightening a muscle

Example:
He gave a quick flex of his bicep.
The gymnast performed a perfect flex.
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