Flying: meaning, definitions and examples
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flying
[ ˈflaɪɪŋ ]
air travel
Traveling by air; relating to or involved in the operation of aircraft.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- We took a flying lesson last weekend.
- She works for a major flying company.
- The flying time between New York and London is approximately 7 hours.
sport
The sport or activity of gliding through the air with wings or a parachute.
Synonyms
gliding, parachuting, soaring.
Examples of usage
- He enjoys skydiving and flying.
- She is a professional in the sport of flying.
- The flying competition will take place next month.
Translations
Translations of the word "flying" in other languages:
🇵🇹 voar
🇮🇳 उड़ान
🇩🇪 fliegend
🇮🇩 terbang
🇺🇦 літати
🇵🇱 latający
🇯🇵 飛行
🇫🇷 volant
🇪🇸 volando
🇹🇷 uçan
🇰🇷 날고 있는
🇸🇦 طيران
🇨🇿 létající
🇸🇰 lietajúci
🇨🇳 飞行
🇸🇮 leteči
🇮🇸 fljúgandi
🇰🇿 ұшып бара жатқан
🇬🇪 მფრინავი
🇦🇿 uçan
🇲🇽 volando
Etymology
The word 'flying' originates from the Old English word 'flēogan', which means 'to fly'. The concept of flying has always been a fascination for humans, leading to inventions like airplanes and helicopters. In the context of sports, flying has evolved into activities like skydiving and paragliding, offering people the experience of soaring through the air. In nature, flying insects have fascinated scientists and enthusiasts alike with their ability to move effortlessly through the air.
Word Frequency Rank
Ranking #3,448, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.
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