Where does “flirting” come from?
Flirting derives from English flurt, whose ultimate origin and meaning remain unknown.
flirting (English): present participle of flirt; A flirtation
Definitions
- present participle of flirt; A flirtation
Ancestry of “flirting”, step by step
| Step | Language | Word | Meaning |
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| 1 | English | flirt | A sudden jerk; a quick throw or cast; a darting... |
| 2 | English | flurt | Archaic form of flirt; to mock, jibe, scorn; a... |
Words derived from “flirting”