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Definition of flying

flying

/ˈflaɪ.ɪŋ/
fly · ing
Adverb:flyingly
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flying Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Moving or capable of moving through the air by means of wings or mechanical flight.

Example

"A flock of flying geese passed across the autumn sky at dusk."

2

Done hastily, briefly, or in rapid motion.

Example

"The sprinter gained an early advantage by getting off to a flying start."

3

Streaming, waving, or fluttering freely in the air.

Example

"She galloped across the open meadow with her flying hair streaming behind her."

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• noun

1

The action, skill, or process of moving through the air or operating an aircraft.

Example

"Harsh winter weather conditions made flying hazardous for small regional aircraft."

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• Rhymes for flying

• Nearby Words

flyfish
flyfisher
flyfishing
flying
flying dragon
flying fish
flying fox

Word Origin & Etymology

From Old English 'flēogende' and 'flēogung', derived from the verb 'flēogan' (to fly), tracing back to the Proto-Germanic root '*fleuganą'.

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