Meaning of the word glint in English

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glint

US /ɡlɪnt/
UK /ɡlɪnt/

Noun

1.

a tiny, quick flash of light

Example:
A sudden glint of sunlight caught my eye.
There was a metallic glint from the sword.
2.

a brief expression in the eyes of an emotion, especially amusement or malice

Example:
There was a mischievous glint in his eyes.
I saw a glint of anger in her expression.

Verb

to give out or reflect small flashes of light

Example:
The diamond on her finger glinted in the sunlight.
His glasses glinted as he turned his head.
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