flasher

[ flash-er ]

noun

1. a person or thing that flashes.
2. a flashing flash light operated by a switching device that automatically turns it on and off alternately.
3. a signal light on an automotive vehicle that can be made to flash, as to indicate the intention of making a turn or to call attention to a vehicle that has slowed or stopped in a hazardous place. Compare turn signal.
4. the switching device that operates such a light.
5. Slang. a person, especially a man, who exposes the genitals suddenly, and usually briefly, in public.

flasher

/ ˈflæʃə /

noun

1. something that flashes, such as a direction indicator on a vehicle
2. slang.
   a person who indecently exposes himself

Word History and Origins

Origin of flasher¹

First recorded in 1605–15; flash + -er ¹

Example Sentences

If that doesn't, I use my emergency flashers and slow down a little.

From Washington Post

If we are with Mr. Flasher at a quarter past, we shall just hit the best time.

From Project Gutenberg

A Flasher,—to swear how often the bank had been stripped by lucky players.

From Project Gutenberg

Captain Flasher did not give satisfaction, which indeed was not to be expected, considering that he wanted a subscription.

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