Meaning of the word flagged in English

What does flagged mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flagged

US /flæɡd/
UK /flæɡd/

Verb

1.

marked (an item) for attention or special treatment

Example:
The email was flagged as spam.
Several issues were flagged during the inspection.
2.

indicated or communicated (something) with a flag or by waving

Example:
The lifeguard flagged the swimmers to come back to shore.
He flagged down a taxi.

Adjective

tired or weak; having lost enthusiasm or energy

Example:
After a long day, I felt completely flagged.
His enthusiasm for the project had flagged.