Meaning of the word flashcard in English

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

flashcard

US /ˈflæʃ.kɑːrd/
UK /ˈflæʃ.kɑːd/

Noun

a card bearing words, numbers, or pictures, flashed to an audience or to an individual student as an aid to learning

Example:
I used flashcards to study for my vocabulary test.
The teacher held up a flashcard with a picture of an apple.