Blinky

/ˈblɪŋki/ adjective, noun

Something that blinks repeatedly; a nickname for something that flashes lights on and off.

From 'blink' (to close and open eyes rapidly) + '-y' (adjective suffix). The suffix '-y' turns verbs into adjectives describing something that does that action. 'Blinky' is informal and was popularized in the 20th century.

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