Flaunts

/flɔːnts/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense of 'flaunt': displays or shows off something proudly to attract attention.

Etymology

From 'flaunt' (v.) meaning to wave or display conspicuously, possibly from Scandinavian root meaning to wave or flutter.

Kelly Says

The verb 'flaunt' is famously confused with 'flout' (to disobey), so much so that language authorities now acknowledge both meanings are in use—this shows how living languages change when enough speakers use a word differently!

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