Meaning & Definition of word "Fluttering"

Fluttering

/ˈflʌt.ər.ɪŋ/

noun:

  • 1. the act of fluttering.
    • Example: He watched the fluttering of the flags in the wind.

verb:

  • 1. to flap or wave quickly and lightly.
    • Example: The butterfly was fluttering from flower to flower in the garden.
  • 2. to move in a quick, irregular way.
    • Example: The leaves were fluttering in the gentle breeze.
  • 3. to cause to flutter.
    • Example: The wind fluttered the pages of the book on the table.

Etymology

Middle English 'flutiren', from Old English 'flotorian', meaning to float or flap.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fluttering heart:

A feeling of nervous excitement or fear, often associated with love.

fluttering eyelashes:

A flirtatious gesture that suggests attraction or playfulness.

in a flutter:

In a state of nervous confusion or excitement.

Related Words

flitter:

To move lightly and swiftly.

flutter:

To move in a light and quick manner.

flap:

To move something with force, such as wings.

Slang Meanings of fluttering

Meaning: Feeling excited or nervous, especially in a romantic context.

Example Sentence: I'm feeling all fluttery because I have a date tonight.

Meaning: To act playfully or flirtatiously.

Example Sentence: She was fluttering around him like a butterfly.