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/fleɪk/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A small, thin piece or fragment of something.
She found a flake of paint on the floor.
A small portion of material that has broken away from a larger body.
The mountain was covered in flakes of snow.
A small, thin piece of something that has fallen off, especially a skin or scale.
He noticed a flake of skin on his arm after the sunburn.
verb
To break into small pieces or layers.
The chocolate will flake easily if you keep it in the fridge.
To form or come off in flakes.
The paint began to flake after years of exposure to the elements.
To fail to fulfil an obligation.
He often flakes on plans at the last minute.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old Norse 'flak' meaning a thin slice or layer.
Common Phrases and Expressions
flake out
To fail to show up or keep an appointment.
flake off
To peel or come off in flakes.
flake away
To break off gradually in small pieces.
Related Words
scales
Thin, flat plates that cover the skin of fish and reptiles.
chip
A small piece broken off from a larger object.
dust
Fine, dry particles of matter.
Slang Meanings
A person who frequently cancels plans or is unreliable.
I can't believe she flaked on us again!
To not follow through with something promised.
Don't be a flake and miss the concert after getting the tickets.