flashcard

or flash card

[ flash-kahrd ]

noun
  1. a card having words, numerals, or pictures on it, designed for gaining a rapid response from pupils when held up briefly by a teacher, used especially in reading, arithmetic, or vocabulary drills.

Origin of flashcard

1
First recorded in 1920–25; flash + card1

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British Dictionary definitions for flash card

flash card

noun
  1. a card on which are written or printed words for children to look at briefly, used as an aid to learning

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