flick
UK: flɪk | US: flɪk
n. a quick, light movement or stroke
vt. to strike or move something with a quick, light motion
n. (informal) a movie or film
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The word "flick" likely originates from imitative or sound-symbolic roots, mimicking the swift, sharp motion or sound it describes (e.g., the "flick" of a whip or finger). It first appeared in Middle English as flikken, possibly derived from Old English or Low German dialects. Its meanings expanded metaphorically, such as "flicking through pages" or informally referring to films (mid-20th century slang, from the flickering of early projectors).
She gave the light switch a quick flick.
He flicked the crumb off the table with his finger.
Let’s watch a flick at the cinema tonight.
The cat’s tail flicked impatiently.
Flick the knob to adjust the volume.