NYT Dictionary

FLOP

/flɑp/
VerbNounInterjectionAdverbFLAHPGrade 2

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025

Meaning

To fall heavily due to lack of energy.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Recorded since 1602, probably a variant of flap with a duller, heavier sound.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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