Flashlight

/ˈflæʃ.laɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A portable hand-held electric light.

She used a flashlight to find her way in the dark.

A device for producing a beam of light, often powered by batteries.

He kept a flashlight in his car for emergencies.

A tool used to illuminate dark areas during power outages or outdoor activities.

We brought a flashlight while camping to navigate at night.

A light source used by law enforcement or security personnel.

The officer shone his flashlight into the alley to check for any suspicious activity.

The term 'flashlight' comes from the combination of 'flash' and 'light', referring to a light that flashes on and off.

shine a light

To illuminate or clarify something.

light up someone's life

To bring happiness or joy to someone.

battery

A device that stores electrical energy.

LED

A semiconductor device that emits light when current flows through it.

torch

A portable light source, often used synonymously with flashlight.

A slang term for a person who is clueless or dim-witted.

Don't be such a flashlight – think before you speak!

An affectionate term for a bright, cheerful person.

She's a real flashlight, always lighting up the room with her smile.