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:
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He likes to flex his muscles in front of the mirror.
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You need to flex your knees when you jump.
2.
(slang) to show off; to display something ostentatiously
Example:
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He likes to flex his new car on social media.
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She was trying to flex her wealth at the party.
Noun
an act of bending a limb or tightening a muscle
Example:
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He gave a quick flex of his bicep.
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The gymnast performed a perfect flex.
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