Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
flash-mob
noun
/ˈflæʃ mɒb/
Definition
A group of people who gather suddenly in a public place, perform an unusual act for a brief time, and then disperse.
Examples
- The flash mob at the mall surprised everyone with a synchronized dance.
- She joined the flash mob to protest against climate change.
- People gathered for a flash mob in the city square during lunch hour.
Meaning
Flash mobs are often organized via social media and are usually meant to entertain, create a spectacle, or raise awareness for a particular cause.
Synonyms
- spontaneous gathering
- mob performance
- public display
