flip-up
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
Etymology
Origin of flip-up
adj., noun use of verb phrase flip up
Example Sentences
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“We got hold of some portable ones with the flip-up screens, but some stores have sold out already,” Boothby said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
It is claimed one of the original flip-up seats moves of its own accord, as if a ghostly cinema-goer were sitting down to watch a film.
From BBC ● Dec. 25, 2024
“A flip-up desk can transform the room from a work zone to a yoga studio for one in a quick minute,” she says.
From Seattle Times ● May 17, 2024
Accessories include lighting systems, flip-up sights and laser-targeting devices.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 13, 2022
“There’s this idea I’ve had almost forever,” said Mr. Reed, in denim, black leather and flip-up eyeglasses of his own design.
From New York Times ● Oct. 27, 2011
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