Flicker
/ˈflɪk.ɚ/noun
A brief, unsteady light or movement.
Did you know?The term 'flicker' may echo the ancient art of fire manipulation, seen as a sacred act to ward off darkness and evil spirits.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
*flekōną
“to move back and forth, to flicker”
Old English
OE
fliccian
“to flicker, to move with quick, irregular motions”
Middle English
ME
flickeren
“to flutter or move quickly and unsteadily”
Modern English
English
flicker
“to emit a brief, wavering light or motion, often associated with flames or lights.”