Flint: meaning, definitions and examples

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flint

 

[ flษชnt ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

material use

Flint is a hard sedimentary rock that is commonly used to create tools and start fires. It is primarily composed of silica and is known for its ability to create sharp edges when chipped or fractured. Historically, flint was widely used by prehistoric peoples for making weapons and implements. Additionally, it has been used in the production of flintlock firearms. The unique properties of flint allow for effective spark generation when struck against steel.

Synonyms

chert, rock, silica

Examples of usage

  • The archeologists found flint tools in the ancient settlement.
  • He used flint to start a fire in the wilderness.
  • The museum displayed various artifacts made of flint.
  • Flint knapping is an ancient skill taught to young hunters.

Translations

Translations of the word "flint" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น sรญlex

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฒเคฟเค‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Feuerstein

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ batu api

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะตะผั–ะฝัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ krzemieล„

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ซๆ‰“็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท silex

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ sรญlex

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงakฤฑl taลŸฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”Œ๋ฆฐํŠธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุตูˆุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kล™emen

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kremeลˆ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็‡ง็Ÿณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kremen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ eldsteinn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะพั‚า›ะฐ ะฐั€ะฝะฐะปา“ะฐะฝ ั‚ะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒšแƒ˜แƒœแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ flint

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ sรญlex

Etymology

The word 'flint' comes from the Old English 'flinta', and has cognates in various Germanic languages. The use of flint dates back to the Stone Age, where early humans utilized it to create tools and weapons. As a naturally occurring material, flint was essential for producing sharp edges without the need for metal. The term has evolved over time, but its fundamental association with stone tools has persisted. During the Middle Ages, flint was further innovated to create sparks for igniting gunpowder in firearms, leading to the term 'flintlock' in reference to early guns. Today, flint is still valued for its historical significance and practical applications, especially in survival and outdoor skills.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,447, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.