noun
Uncommon
flyer
FLEYE-uh
Flyer (noun) means a printed sheet, usually advertising an event or product, handed out or posted publicly. Example: “She handed out flyers for the charity concert.”
noun
1
A printed sheet, usually advertising an event or product, handed out or posted publicly.
"She handed out flyers for the charity concert."
2
A person who travels frequently by airplane.
"As a frequent flyer, he had status with several airlines."
How to use flyer
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMost often, a printed advertisement handed out to people, or someone who flies often as a passenger.
Common pairings
hand out flyers
frequent flyer
distribute flyers
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Word forms
- Plural
- flyers
- Third person singular
- flyers
- Past tense
- flyered
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Etymology
From "fly" plus the agent suffix "-er."
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Rhymes for flyer
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What does “flyer” mean?
The word “flyer” means a printed sheet, usually advertising an event or product, handed out or posted publicly. In plain terms, most often, a printed advertisement handed out to people, or someone who flies often as a passenger.
How do you pronounce “flyer”?
“Flyer” is pronounced FLEYE-uh (/ˈflaɪə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “flyer” in a sentence?
Here is “flyer” used in a sentence: “She handed out flyers for the charity concert.”
What part of speech is “flyer”?
“Flyer” is a noun.
Is “flyer” a common word?
“Flyer” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “flyer” have?
“Flyer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a printed sheet, usually advertising an event or product, handed out or posted publicly.
What is the difference between a flyer and a pamphlet?
A flyer is typically a single printed sheet used to advertise an event or product, while a pamphlet is usually a small booklet with multiple pages containing more detailed information. Flyers are meant for quick, disposable distribution, whereas pamphlets often go into more depth.
Is it spelled flyer or flier?
Both spellings are used and widely accepted, though 'flyer' is more common for the printed advertisement and 'flier' is sometimes preferred in American English, especially for a frequent air traveler. Style guides differ, so either spelling is generally considered correct.
What does it mean to call someone a frequent flyer?
A frequent flyer is a person who travels often by airplane, a term also used for loyalty programs that reward regular airline passengers. It highlights habitual air travel rather than a one-time trip.
