Definitions for flirtation
flɜrˈteɪ ʃənflir·ta·tion

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. flirt, flirting, flirtation, coquetry, dalliance, toyingnoun

   playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest

WiktionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. flirtationnoun

   Playing at courtship; coquetry.

2. flirtationnoun

   An instance of flirting.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Flirtationnoun

   A quick sprightly motion. A cant word among women.

   Etymology: from flirt.

   A muslin flounce, made very full, would give a very agreeable flirtation air. Alexander Pope.

WikipediaRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. flirtation

   Flirting or coquetry, is a social and sexual behavior involving spoken or written communication, as well as body language. It is either to suggest interest in a deeper relationship with the other person or, if done playfully, for amusement. It usually involves speaking and behaving in a way that suggests a mildly greater intimacy than the actual relationship between the parties would justify. This may be accomplished by communicating a sense of playfulness or irony. Double entendres may also be used. Body language can include flicking the hair, eye contact, brief touching, open stances, proximity, and other gestures. Flirting may be done in an under-exaggerated, shy or frivolous style. Vocal communication of interest can include, for example, Alterations in vocal tone (such as pace, volume, and intonation), Challenges (including teasing, questions, qualifying, and feigned disinterest) that may serve to increase tension, and to test intention and congruity Adoration, which includes offers, approval and tact, knowledge and demonstration of poise, self-assurance, smart and stylish, a commanding attitude.Flirting behavior varies across cultures due to different modes of social etiquette, such as how closely people should stand (proxemics), how long to hold eye contact, how much touching is appropriate and so forth. Nonetheless, some behaviors may be more universal. For example, ethologist Irenäus Eibl-Eibesfeldt found that in places as different as Africa and North America, women exhibit similar flirting behavior, such as a prolonged stare followed by a nonchalant break of gaze along with a little smile.

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1. flirtation

   Flirtation is a type of behavior or communication often characterized by playful, suggestive, or teasing interaction, intended to express attraction or interest towards someone. It can involve verbal conversation, body language, or online communication. This behavior is generally light-hearted and casual, but in some cases, it could also be a preliminary effort for a more serious romantic relationship.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:1.0 / 1 vote

1. Flirtationnoun

   playing at courtship; coquetry

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1. • Play

Usage in printed sourcesFrom: 

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Anagrams for flirtation »

1. filtration

2. triflation

How to pronounce flirtation?

1. Alex

   US English

   David

   US English

   Mark

   US English

   Daniel

   British

   Libby

   British

   Mia

   British

   Karen

   Australian

   Hayley

   Australian

   Natasha

   Australian

   Veena

   Indian

   Priya

   Indian

   Neerja

   Indian

   Zira

   US English

   Oliver

   British

   Wendy

   British

   Fred

   US English

   Tessa

   South African

How to say flirtation in sign language?

Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of flirtation in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of flirtation in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7

Examples of flirtation in a Sentence

1. Wolf Blitzer:

   It will be the work of your generation to make sure that this degradation of democracy does not continue -- to see to it that our current flirtation with lawlessness and authoritarianism does not become a heritable trait to be passed down from this presidency.

2. Frederick Buechner:

   In his holy flirtation with the world, God occasionally drops a handkerchief. These handkerchiefs are called saints.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=flirtation
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Flirtation
3. ^ Samuel Johnson's Dictionary
   https://johnsonsdictionaryonline.com/views/search.php?term=flirtation
4. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flirtation
5. ^ ChatGPT
   https://chat.openai.com
6. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flirtation
7. ^ Usage in printed sources
   https://books.google.com/ngrams/graph?content=flirtation