flatness
- n the property of having two dimensions
- n a want of animation or brilliance
the almost self-conscious flatness of Hemingway's style - n a deficiency in flavor
it needed lemon juice to sharpen the flatness of the dried lentils - n the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss
- n inactivity; showing an unusual lack of energy
flats
- n footwear (shoes or slippers) with no heel (or a very low heel)
- n a level tract of land
the salt flats of Utah - n a shallow box in which seedlings are started
- n a musical notation indicating one half step lower than the note named
- n freight car without permanent sides or roof
- n a deflated pneumatic tire
- n scenery consisting of a wooden frame covered with painted canvas; part of a stage setting
- n a suite of rooms usually on one floor of an apartment house
flattop
- n a closely cropped haircut; usually for men
- n a large warship that carries planes and has a long flat deck for takeoffs and landings
flatulence
- n a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal
- n pompously embellished language
flatware
- n tableware that is relatively flat and fashioned as a single piece
- n silverware eating utensils