flying

🇺🇸 /ˈflaɪɪŋ/ 🇬🇧 /ˈflaɪɪŋ/
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adjective
A2

capable of moving through the air under control

The bird's wings are strong, making it a flying creature.

R

moving quickly through the air

The ball broke the window, and flying glass injured someone.

noun
A2

the activity of traveling in an aircraft

Despite her fear, she decided to face her anxiety and go flying for the first time.

A2

the skill or practice of controlling an aircraft

He took flying lessons to become a pilot.

translation

adj. capable of moving through the air under control; moving quickly through the air
n. the activity of traveling in an aircraft; the skill or practice of controlling an aircraft

Word Forms

Plural flyings