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flypast

English

Etymology

fly +? past

Noun

flypast (plural flypasts)

  1. (Britain) A low-level flight of a ceremonial nature; a flyover (US)

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flyby

English

Alternative forms

  • fly-by

Etymology

fly +? by

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /?fla??ba?/

Noun

flyby (plural flybys)

  1. A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.
  2. (US) A low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.
    Synonyms: (UK) flypast, (US) flyover
  3. (figuratively) A brief visit.

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See also

  • fly-through

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