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flasher

/ˈflæʃər/
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Other forms: flashers

Definitions of flasher
  1. noun
    an electrical device that automatically turns a lamp on and off (as for an advertising display)
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    type of:
    electrical device
    a device that produces or is powered by electricity
  2. noun
    a light that flashes on and off; used as a signal or to send messages
    synonyms: blinker
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    type of:
    light, light source
    any device serving as a source of illumination
  3. noun
    someone with a compulsive desire to expose the genitals
    synonyms: exhibitionist
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    types:
    streaker
    someone who takes off all their clothes and runs naked through a public place
    type of:
    compulsive
    a person with a compulsive disposition; someone who feels compelled to do certain things
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