FLATLING

Etymology

Adverb

flatling (comparative more flatling, superlative most flatling)

Flatly, plainly.

In a flat position.

With the flat side (e.g. of a weapon).

Source: Wiktionary


Flat"ling, adv. Etym: [Flat, a. + adverbial suff. -ing.]

Definition: With the flat side, as of a sword; flatlong; in a prostrate position. [Obs.] Spenser.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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