flappy
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of flappy
1900–05; flap + -y 1; probably re-formation and not continuous with obsolete flappy flabby
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For “Abracadabra,” she wore a bright red bodysuit with a flappy skull attachment and ended up atop a stack of prone bodies.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 9, 2025
Anderson transformed the traditional Etonian morning suit into a captivating hybrid dress with flappy bands dancing along the floor.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 1, 2024
The wild elephant, who lives in the state's lush jungles, is known for his flappy ears, massive tusks and friendly ways.
From BBC ● Feb. 3, 2023
He made a point of wearing flappy clothes that often obscured his physique.
From New York Times ● Jul. 1, 2021
‘We’ve set a little puzzle for that footpad, anyhow. He can try his nasty flappy feet on those ledges!’
From "The Two Towers" by J. R. R. Tolkien
Raymond, with his brusque manner, back-channel access to Dick Cheney, and villainous mien—picture John Sununu with jug ears and an even flappier goiter—is an almost irresistible target.
From BusinessWeek ● May 18, 2012
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