Flat: meaning, definitions and examples

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flat

[ flæt ]

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renting

An apartment in a building that has multiple levels and is typically rented out to tenants.

Synonyms

apartment, condo, unit

Examples of usage

I live in a spacious flat in the city center.
She is looking for a new flat to rent near her workplace.

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surface

Having a smooth, level, and even surface that is free from obstructions or indentations.

Synonyms

even, level, smooth

Examples of usage

The road was flat and easy to walk on.
Make sure the ground is flat before setting up the tent.

Translations

Translations of the word "flat" in other languages:

🇵🇹 plano

🇮🇳 समतल

🇩🇪 flach

🇮🇩 datar

🇺🇦 плоский

🇵🇱 płaski

🇯🇵 平らな

🇫🇷 plat

🇪🇸 plano

🇹🇷 düz

🇰🇷 평평한

🇸🇦 مسطح

🇨🇿 plochý

🇸🇰 plochý

🇨🇳 平坦的

🇸🇮 ploščat

🇮🇸 flatur

🇰🇿 тегіс

🇬🇪 ბრტყელი

🇦🇿 yastı

🇲🇽 plano

Word origin

The word 'flat' originated from the Old Norse word 'flatr' which means 'level ground' or 'flat'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century to describe a level surface or a horizontal dwelling place. Over time, 'flat' has evolved to represent various meanings related to apartments, surfaces, and even emotions. Today, it is commonly used in both British and American English with its versatile applications.