flapper

Definition of Flapper in English :

1. flapper

a young woman in the 1920s who flaunted her unconventional conduct and dress

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Flapper

noun

1.

a person or thing that flaps

2.

(in the 1920s) a young woman, esp one flaunting her unconventional dress and behaviour

noun

1.

a person or thing that flaps

; esp.,

a.

a flap

b.

a flipper

c.

something broad and flat for striking

2.

a.

a young wild duck, partridge, etc. just learning to fly

b. Informal

in the 1920s, a young woman considered bold and unconventional

n.

1. A broad flexible part, such as a flipper.

2. A young woman of the 1920s who rebelled against conventional ideas of ladylike behavior and dress.