What does FLATS mean?

Flats

Parts of Speech: Noun (plural)

Definitions:

• A set of rooms for living in, usually on one floor of a building; an apartment (UK: flat)
• Low-heeled shoes that cover the foot but not the ankle (UK: ballet pumps)
• A shallow area of water in a river or stream

Pronunciations:

• US: /flæts/
• UK: /flæts/

Origin and Usage:

The word "flats" originated from the Middle English word "flatte," meaning "a floor or level surface." It has been used to refer to a set of rooms for living in since the 19th century. The term "ballet pumps" is used in the UK to refer to the low-heeled shoes, while "flats" is used to refer to the living quarters. The term "flats" is also used to describe a shallow area of water in a river or stream.

Synonyms:

• Apartment
• Unit
• Studio
• Shoes
• Ballet pumps

Related Words:

• Float
• Falls
• Flake
• Flame
• Flask

Example Sentences:

• The young couple moved into a flat in the city after getting married.
• She wore a simple black dress with matching flats to the party.
• The children played in the flats of the river, catching minnows and tadpoles.