Obs. [Cf. FLIP, FLIRT.] (See quot.) Hence Flinching vbl. sb.
1727–36. Bailey, Flinching … also a flirting the Nail of the Middle-finger slapped from the Thumb.
1735. Dyche & Pardon, Flinch … also to strike or cut the Flesh by a Stroke with the Nail of the middle Finger.
