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flag

verb

  1. highlight for further review
  2. go down, esp of financial usage
L14143 on Wikidata ↗

noun

  1. (computer science) one or more bits that are used to store a binary value or code that has an assigned meaning, but can refer to uses of other data type
  2. stage lighting accessory used to block light
  3. piece of fabric with a distinctive design
  4. sequence of faces of a polytope
  5. hook attached to the stem of a written note that assigns its rhythmic value
L4890 on Wikidata ↗

Wiktionary

Pronunciation: /flæɡ/ / /flaɡ/ / /flaːɡ/

noun

  1. A group of feathers on the lower part of the legs of certain hawks, owls, etc.
  2. A group of elongated wing feathers in certain hawks.
  3. The bushy tail of a dog such as a setter.
  4. A hook attached to the stem of a written note that assigns its rhythmic value

verb

Etymology: From Middle English flag, flagge, probably of Scandinavian/North Germanic origin; compare Icelandic flag.

  1. To pave with flagstones.

    Fred is planning to flag his patio this weekend.