flicker vs strike a light

flicker

verb
  • To burn or shine unsteadily, or with a wavering light. 

  • To flutter or flap. 

  • To keep going on and off; to appear and disappear for short moments; to flutter. 

noun
  • Any of certain small woodpeckers, especially of the genus Colaptes. 

  • One who flicks. 

  • An unsteady flash of light. 

  • A short moment. 

strike a light

verb
  • To create a flame (using a match, flint, etc.). 

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