flasher

noun

flash·​er ˈfla-shər 

: one that flashes: such as

a

: a light (such as a traffic signal or automobile light) that flashes to catch attention

b

: a device for automatically flashing a light (as on a vehicle)

c

: an exhibitionist who flashes

Examples of flasher in a Sentence

We noticed a car at the side of the road with its flashers on.

Recent Examples on the Web

Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle. —Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026

The caller said the vehicle had been in the location with its flashers on for several hours. —Jt Moodee Lockman, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026

Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable. —Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 16 Mar. 2026

Many schools don’t even have the optional yellow flashers. —Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1686, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for flasher

• asher
• brasher
• dasher
• lasher
• masher
• slasher
• thrasher
• haberdasher

Kids Definition

flasher

noun

flash·​er ˈflash-ər 

: blinker sense 1