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flatter

The correct spelling is flatter.

How to pronounce flatter

/ˈflætə/
adjective

IPA: /ˈflætə/

Say it like: Fla-tte-r

The correct spelling is flatter. Having no variations in height. For example: "The land around here is flat."

Usage Examples

The land around here is flat.

That girl is completely flat on both sides.

Your A string is too flat.

Meanings

adjective

  1. 1.Having no variations in height.
  2. 2.(voice) Without variations in pitch.
  3. 3.Having small or invisible breasts and/or buttocks.
  4. 4.(note) Lowered by one semitone.
  5. 5.Of a note or voice, lower in pitch than it should be.

verb

  1. 1.To compliment someone, often insincerely and sometimes to win favour.
  2. 2.To enhance someone's vanity by praising them.
  3. 3.To portray someone to advantage.
  4. 4.To encourage or cheer someone with (usually false) hope.

noun

  1. 1.A type of set tool used by blacksmiths.
  2. 2.A flat-faced fulling hammer.
  3. 3.A drawplate with a narrow, rectangular orifice, for drawing flat strips such as watch springs.
  4. 4.Someone who flattens, purposely or accidently. Also flattener.
  5. 5.Someone who lives in a rented flat.

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