flying
0 antonyms and opposites of flying, grouped by meaning.
Adj — Able to fly, or moving through the air.
How to use flying
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English fleogende, the present participle of fleogan ("to fly").
Full origin of flying →Frequently asked questions
What does “flying” mean?
The word “flying” means able to fly, or moving through the air. In plain terms, moving through the air, or (used before a noun) something quick and brief, like a "flying visit.".
How do you pronounce “flying”?
“Flying” is pronounced FLEYE-ihng (/ˈflaɪ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “flying” in a sentence?
Here is “flying” used in a sentence: “A flying insect landed on the windowsill.”
What part of speech is “flying”?
Depending on how it is used, “flying” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “flying” come from?
The word “flying” comes from Old English. From Old English fleogende, the present participle of fleogan ("to fly").
Is “flying” a common word?
“Flying” is a very common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “flying” have?
“Flying” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: able to fly, or moving through the air.
What is the difference between flying and gliding?
Flying is moving through the air in any way, often under active power — a bird flapping its wings or a plane driven by engines. Gliding is a type of flying without that active propulsion: the object coasts on air currents or momentum, like a paper plane or a gliding squirrel.
What is an example of something flying?
Almost anything moving through the air qualifies: a bird in flight, an airplane crossing the sky, an insect buzzing past, or a kite lifted by the wind. As a describing word, 'flying' also names things built or able to fly, such as a flying fish or a flying machine.
Is 'flying' an adjective or a verb?
It can be both. As an adjective, 'flying' describes something able to fly or moving through the air — a flying squirrel, a flying visit. As a verb, it is the present participle of 'to fly,' as in 'the geese are flying south.' Context shows which role it plays.