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flatten

The correct spelling is flatten.

How to pronounce flatten

/ˈflætən/
verb

IPA: /ˈflætən/

Say it like: Fla-tte-n

The correct spelling is flatten. To make something flat or flatter. For example: "As there was a lot of damage, we chose the heavy roller to flatten the pitch."

Usage Examples

As there was a lot of damage, we chose the heavy roller to flatten the pitch.

The prize fighter quickly flattened his challenger.

Prices have flattened out.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make something flat or flatter.
  2. 2.To press one's body tightly against a surface, such as a wall or floor, especially in order to avoid being seen or harmed.
  3. 3.To knock down or lay low.
  4. 4.To become flat or flatter; to plateau.
  5. 5.To be knocked down or laid low.

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