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flipper

Syllabification: (flip·per)
Pronunciation: /ˈflipər/

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Definition of flipper

noun

  • a broad flat limb without fingers, used for swimming by various sea animals such as seals, whales, and turtles.
  • a flat rubber attachment worn on the foot for underwater swimming.
  • a pivoted arm in a pinball machine, controlled by the player and used for sending the ball back up the table.
  • informal a hand.

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Definition of flipper in the British & World English dictionary