flack / flak [flæk]
flack – n. & v. – n. – 1. a blow or slap; 2. a press agent, apologist, supporter; v. – 1. to flap or flutter the wings; 2. throb; 3. to hang loosely; 4. to move or shake intermittently
flak – n. – 1. an anti-aircraft gun; 2. a protective jacket of heavy fabric containing metal strips or plates; 3. one who deflects adverse comments to protect the reputation of another