flouncing Definition

flounce¹
verb

intr
flounced, flouncing
1. To move in a way expressive of impatience or indignation.

Thesaurus: storm, stamp, bounce, toss, fling, spring, throw, jerk, bob, twist.

noun

1. A flouncing movement.

Etymology: 16c: possibly related to Norse flunsa to hurry.

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flounce²
noun

1. A deep frill on a dress, etc.

Thesaurus: ruffle, frill, furbelow, trimming, fringe, decoration, valance.

Derivative: flouncing
noun

Material for flounces.

Derivative: flouncy
adj

Decorated with flounces.

Etymology: 18c: altered from frounce plait or curl.