1. coming off in thin pieces or layers
Usage: present participle of flake
2. failing to show up or follow through on commitments
Usage: informal

1. the process of coming off in thin pieces

Examples

• The old paint is flaking off the walls.
• Her sunburned skin was flaking badly.
• He’s always flaking on our plans at the last minute.
• The flaking of the rust revealed the metal underneath.
• The pastry was flaking apart in my hands.
• Stop flaking on your responsibilities.
• The flaking paint made the house look neglected.