Definition of "glint" in Anglais

noun

1. A short flash of light, usually when reflected off a shiny surface.

   • I saw the glint of metal as he raised the gun.

2. (obsolete) A brief look; a glance.

adjective

1. (archaic, Shropshire, of a blade) Not sharp; dull.

   • The knife is glint.

verb

1. (intransitive) To flash or gleam briefly.

   • A wedding ring glinted on her finger.

2. (intransitive, now uncommon) To glance; to peep forth, as a flower from the bud; to glitter.

3. (transitive) To cause to flash or gleam; to reflect.

4. (archaic, Shropshire, transitive) To dry; to wither.

   • The sun glints grass and corn.