Meaning of the word flicker in English

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

flicker

US /ˈflɪk.ɚ/
UK /ˈflɪk.ɚ/

Verb

1.

to shine with a light that is sometimes bright and sometimes weak:

Example:
I felt a cold draft and the candle started to flicker.

Noun

1.

a situation in which a light is sometimes bright and sometimes weak:

Example:
the soft flicker of candlelight
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