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flyer

 

[ ˈflaɪər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

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.
Context #2 | Noun

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

Etymology

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.

See also: flight, fly, flying, flyover.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,578, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.