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flat

/flæt/

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smooth and level

Beginneradjective

Definition

Flat means having a smooth, level surface with no bumps.

Example

We need a flat surface to build the tower.

We need a flat surface to build the tower.

Etymology

From Old Norse 'flatr' meaning flat.

How & Where It’s Used

Common adjective for level surfaces.

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