1. in a flat manner; with the flat side or surface foremost
Usage: archaic or literary
2. in a prone or horizontal position; lying flat
Usage: archaic or literary

Examples

• He fell flatling to the ground.
• The sword struck flatling against the shield.
• She lay flatling on the bed, exhausted.
• The board landed flatling on the water.
• He threw the stone flatling across the surface.