flyover
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for flyover, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A road, bridge, or railway built above another so that traffic can cross without stopping (British English; called an overpass in the US).
Synonyms
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How to use flyover
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
Formed from the phrasal verb "fly over" turned into a single noun.
Full origin of flyover →Frequently asked questions
What does “flyover” mean?
The word “flyover” means a road, bridge, or railway built above another so that traffic can cross without stopping (British English; called an overpass in the US). In plain terms, a raised road/rail crossing over another route, or a ceremonial aircraft pass.
How do you pronounce “flyover”?
“Flyover” is pronounced FLEYE-oh-vuh (/ˈflaɪˌoʊvɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “flyover” in a sentence?
Here is “flyover” used in a sentence: “The new flyover cut the commute time by twenty minutes.”
What part of speech is “flyover”?
“Flyover” is a noun.
How many meanings does “flyover” have?
“Flyover” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a road, bridge, or railway built above another so that traffic can cross without stopping (British English; called an overpass in the US).