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Definition of flyby

flyby

/ˈflaɪ.baɪ/
fly · by
Plural:flybys
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• noun

1

A flight of a spacecraft past a planet or other astronomical body closely enough to record scientific data or obtain a gravitational assist.

Example

"The space probe captured detailed photographs of Jupiter's moons during its closest flyby."

2

North American A low-altitude flight by one or more aircraft past a designated point or gathering, typically performed as a ceremonial salute or public demonstration.

Example

"Thousands of spectators looked up at the sky as the vintage airplanes performed a ceremonial flyby over the stadium."

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• Nearby Words

flyaway
flyball
flyboy
flyby
flycatcher
flyer
flyfish

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Flyby. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/flyby
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