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Dictionary Entry

fly

verb

Find the meaning of the word fly, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.

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Meaning

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To move through the air using wings or by aircraft.

Example Sentence

Birds fly gracefully through the sky, and people fly in airplanes to travel long distances.

Usage Note

Describes movement through the air by living things or machines, or the act of traveling by air. Can also refer to the flap on trousers.