flicker (noun) /ˈflɪkɚ/
1
An unsteady flash of light.
2
(figurative) A short moment.
3
(US) Any of certain small woodpeckers, especially of the genus Colaptes.
4
One who flicks.
flicker (verb) /ˈflɪkɚ/
1
(intransitive) To burn or shine unsteadily, or with a wavering light.
2
(intransitive) To keep going on and off; to appear and disappear for short moments; to flutter.
3
(transitive, intransitive) To flutter or flap.