Flirting

/ˈflɜːrtɪŋ/ verb

Acting playful or romantic toward someone without serious intention, often through teasing conversation or lighthearted behavior.

From the 17th century verb 'flirt,' possibly from French 'fleureter' (to skim or brush lightly), which relates to the idea of touching lightly or playfully. The suffix '-ing' makes it a present participle.

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