Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flitter

verb
/ˈflɪtər/
Definition
To move quickly and lightly, often with a fluttering motion.
Examples
  • The butterflies flittered around the garden.
  • She watched the leaves flitter in the breeze.
  • As the sun set, fireflies began to flitter through the air.
Meaning
To move about in a playful or fluttering manner, usually in a repetitive way.
Synonyms
  • flutter
  • flit
  • dart
  • skitter