What does Flash flood mean?

Omafuma gokwiimina (Sudden flooding) For example: "Be careful of flash floods up north. (Be careful of sudden flooding up north.)"

Where does the slang word Flash flood come from?

Flash flood is a slang term from Namibia. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Namibia and across Africa.

Flash flood

🇳🇦 Namibia Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Omafuma gokwiimina (Sudden flooding)

"Be careful of flash floods up north. (Be careful of sudden flooding up north.)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇳🇦 Namibia
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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