Pronunciation: /ˈflʌɾər/
noun a quick, light movement
A1 The butterfly's flutter caught the child's attention.
A2 The flutter of the bird's wings could be heard as it flew by.
B1 She felt a flutter of excitement in her stomach as she waited for the results.
B2 The gentle flutter of the curtains in the breeze created a peaceful atmosphere.
C1 The flutter of anticipation in the crowd grew as the performer took the stage.
C2 The subtle flutter of emotions in her voice revealed her true feelings.
verb to move with quick, light movements
A1 The butterfly fluttered its wings.
A2 The curtains fluttered in the breeze.
B1 Her heart fluttered with excitement as she waited for the results.
B2 The flags fluttered proudly in the wind during the parade.
C1 The pages of the book fluttered as she turned them quickly.
C2 The hummingbird's wings fluttered so fast they were almost a blur.
formal The butterfly's wings began to flutter as it emerged from its chrysalis.
informal I love watching the leaves flutter in the wind on a sunny day.
slang She felt a flutter in her heart when she saw her crush walk by.
figurative Excitement caused her stomach to flutter with anticipation before the big event.
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