English dictionary
flying
/'fl/aI//I//N/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Moving in the air with, or as with, wings; moving lightly or rapidly; intended for rapid movement.
Source: webster1913
noun
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an instance of traveling by air
ExamplesFlying was still an exciting adventure for him.
Synonyms flightSource: WordNet 3.0
adjective satellite
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moving swiftly
ExamplesFast-flying planes.
Played the difficult passage with flying fingers.
Synonyms fast-flyingSource: WordNet 3.0
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hurried and brief
ExamplesPaid a flying visit.
Took a flying glance at the book.
Source: WordNet 3.0