flirtation

[flur-tey-shuhn] Origin

flir·ta·tion

[flur-tey-shuhn]
noun
1.
the act or practice of flirting; coquetry.
2.
a love affair that is not serious.

Origin:
1710–20; flirt + -ation

flir·ta·tion·al, adjective
flir·ta·tion·less, adjective
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Flirtation is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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flirtation (flɜːˈteɪʃən)
 
n
1.  behaviour intended to arouse sexual feelings or advances without emotional commitment; coquetry
2.  any casual involvement without commitment: a flirtation with journalism

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flirtation
1718, from flirt + -tion.
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