Flashing can refer to indecent exposure (i.e. to "flash" one's nude body in public at another unsuspecting person). The Mardi Gras festival is famous for flashing, which is often used to collect "throws" by attracting attention. See also:streaking.
Flashing can refer to the weatherproofing shielding put around objects which protrude from the roof of a building (such as pipes and chimneys, or the edges of other roofs) to deflect water away from the seams. Its name likely derives from the fact that metal flashing (typically copper or aluminum) reflects flashes of sunlight. Modern flashing may also be rubber or other waterproof synthetic materials, but metal is still frequently used.
Flash is a term for generic (non-custom) tattoo art form.
Flashback is a condition when memories "flash" in one's mind (often as a consequence of using LSD).
Operation Flashpoint is a tactical shooter game on a PC by Bohemia Interactive Studio.
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