Flyer: meaning, definitions and examples

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flyer

[ ˈflaɪər ]

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promotion

A small handbill advertising an event or product.

Synonyms

brochure, leaflet, pamphlet

Examples of usage

I saw a flyer for a concert at the local coffee shop.
She handed out flyers to promote the new store opening.

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aviation

A pilot or aircrew member assigned to fly an aircraft.

Synonyms

airman, aviator, pilot

Examples of usage

The flyer safely landed the plane during the storm.
The flyers completed their training and were ready for their first flight.

Translations

Translations of the word "flyer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 panfleto

🇮🇳 फ्लायर

🇩🇪 Flugblatt

🇮🇩 brosur

🇺🇦 флаєр

🇵🇱 ulotka

🇯🇵 フライヤー

🇫🇷 dépliant

🇪🇸 volante

🇹🇷 broşür

🇰🇷 전단지

🇸🇦 منشور

🇨🇿 leták

🇸🇰 leták

🇨🇳 传单

🇸🇮 letak

🇮🇸 flýrar

🇰🇿 парақша

🇬🇪 ფლაერი

🇦🇿 flyer

🇲🇽 volante

Word origin

The word 'flyer' originated in the early 15th century and was originally used to refer to a person who flees or runs away. Over time, the term evolved to also represent someone who flies an aircraft. In the 19th century, 'flyer' started being used to describe a promotional handbill or leaflet, which is still a common usage today.