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Definition of flashcard

flashcard

/ˈflæʃ.kɑːrd/
flash · card
Plural:flashcards
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flashcard Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A card bearing words, numbers, or pictures that is briefly displayed as a learning aid, commonly used to facilitate memorization through repetitive testing.

Example

"The medical student reviewed her anatomy flashcards every evening to prepare for the upcoming exam."

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• Rhymes for flashcard

• Nearby Words

flashback
flashbang
flashbulb
flashcard
flasher
flashflood
flashforward

Word Origin & Etymology

Originated in the 1920s in the context of education, formed by compounding 'flash' (referring to the rapid manner in which the card is shown to a student) and 'card'.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flashcard. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flashcard
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