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flying The act of being suspended in the air by means of wings or jet propulsion, often performed by birds or planes. ■ Watch out for those pesky flying insects while barbecuing!, I'm so excited to go on my first hot air balloon ride and see the world from a bird's eye view!
airborne adj. Of or pertaining to something that is in the air, suspended, or flying., adj. Of or pertaining to an aircraft that is in flight., verb. To cause something to be suspended, flying, or in the air. ■ The kites were soaring through the sky, making the park look like a playground for giant birds., I had to quickly land my plane before it went airborne and crashed into the runway., I accidentally airborne my sandwich while trying to take a bite.
Airmen A group of people who are obsessed with flying. They often have a "thing" for airplanes and spend most of their time in the sky. ■ "I can't believe how much these airmen love flying! I mean, they practically eat, sleep, and breathe planes."
Advancement A sudden and unexpected movement forward, often accompanied by a loud noise or impact. ■ "I had just finished my coffee when the bus suddenly made an advancement, sending me flying into the seat in front of me!"
aeroplane A large, metal contraption that has wings and is used for flying. ■ Why did the aeroplane break up with its partner? Because it wanted to spread its wings and fly solo!
Airplane A flying machine with wings, that allows people and goods to travel through the air at high speeds. ■ Why don't scientists trust airplanes? Because they have a history of crashing!
astral A state of being in which one is able to perceive the spiritual or ethereal realm. ■ "I had an astral experience last night when I dreamt I was flying on a beam of light."
Bats A group of flying mammals that have wings made of skin stretched over elongated fingers, and are capable of rapid flight and echolocation. ■ Why don't bats use smartphones? Because they prefer to use their own "app-aratus" for navigation!
bee A small flying insect that produces honey and pollinates flowers. ■ "I love honey, but I can't stand bees. They're too buzzing for me!"
bonkers A person who is completely and utterly insane or out of their mind. ■ "I can't believe my neighbor is bonkers. He thinks he's a superhero and spends all his time flying around the neighborhood in a homemade cape!
Butterflies Small, colorful flying insects with delicate wings that resemble flowers. ■ "I can't believe you forgot to feed the butterflies again! They're turning into moths!"
butterfly A flying insect with iridescent wings that is often depicted in children's stories. ■ "I don't know what's gotten into the butterflies today, but they're all fluttering around like crazy!"
Cee A type of bird that has a long neck and small head, often seen perched on branches. ■ "I saw a group of cees flying overhead while I was having a picnic in the park."
certifiably adverb In a way that is officially recognized or confirmed. ■ After passing all her exams with flying colors, Sarah was certifiably qualified to become an engineer.
chartered To grant a license to operate as an airline or other transportation company. ■The charter airline was founded by a group of friends who had always dreamed of flying planes.
Colon A large, long-lived insect that lives in trees and feeds on leaves. ■ "I saw a colon flying around my backyard today. It must have been a real sight to see!"
coo a type of bird with feathers that resemble small, round balls and a distinctive cooing sound ■ I went on a bird-watching trip and saw a flock of coos flying overhead. They were so cute!
creative The ability to produce new and original ideas or concepts. ■ "She's so creative, she came up with the idea of a flying car that runs on laughter gas."
disoriented Feeling confused and unable to understand one's surroundings, situation or identity. ■ After waking up from a dream about flying, John couldn't remember where he was or who he was. He was completely disoriented.
dreamer A person who constantly imagines fantastic, unrealistic scenarios in their head. ■ "I had a dream last night that I was flying on the backs of dragons. Maybe I should take up dragon riding as a hobby."
dreaming The act of imagining fantastic or impossible things in your mind, while you are asleep. ■ I was dreaming last night that I was flying on a unicorn's back through the sky. It was so surreal and amazing!
eros The Greek god of love, often depicted as a beautiful man with wings on his back. ■ "I think I fell in love with Eros today. He was flying around my head and whispering sweet nothings into my ear."
Fifteenth The last thing you remember before falling asleep or waking up from a dream. ■ "I had the weirdest fifteenth yesterday, I dreamt that I was flying on a unicorn."
Fireflies Little flying bugs that light up at night, known for their cute and quirky personalities. ■ "Fireflies are the ultimate party animals, they know how to light up any room with their sparkling displays!"
flamenco A wild and passionate dance, often performed with fire-breathing or flaming instruments. ■ "The performer lit a cigarette on stage and began the flamenco dance, sending sparks flying as he twirled around the stage.
Flights The act of flying or the means by which something flies. ■ I took a flight to Paris last week. It was so boring, I nearly fell asleep.
frightens To make someone feel extremely scared or afraid. ■ "The idea of flying in a plane frightens me so much that I always take the bus."
futures A place where people go to buy and sell things that haven't been invented yet. ■ "I can't wait to buy a flying car from the futures market," said John, excitedly. "Just imagine how awesome it will be!"
griffins A mythical creature with the body, tail, and back legs of a lion; and the head, wings, and talons of an eagle. ■ "I heard that griffins were just mythical creatures, until I saw one flying over the mountains."
Guardian A person or thing that keeps watch over and protects something or someone, often with strict rules. ■ "My guardian angel was watching over me during my test and reminded me to breathe. I passed with flying colors!"
holders A device or container used to hold something, such as a phone or a sandwich. ■ "I dropped my phone and it went flying out of my hand. I'm lucky I had a holder to catch it!"
Imagery A visual representation of something in one's mind, often with exaggerated or humorous elements. ■ "John's wild imagination made him imagine himself as a superhero flying through the skies."
kite A lightweight, flexible object with a long tail and wings, designed for flying in the wind. ■ Why did the kite go to school? To learn how to take flight!
mole A small burrowing mammal that resembles a mole but has long legs and is capable of flight. ■ "I saw a mole flying over my house the other day, it was so unexpected!"
Nervously Adverb describing a state of extreme anxiety or apprehension. ■ "I nervously awaited the results of my final exam, but to my relief, I passed with flying colors!
news The information that's too ridiculous to be true, but somehow people believe it anyway. ■ "I can't believe I just saw a flying spaghetti monster on the news!
Nighthawk A bird that is active at night, often found perched on rooftops and other high places. ■ "I saw a nighthawk flying through the city streets late last night. It was soaring over the buildings like a boss!
Orbed An object that has been rolled into a ball and is spinning rapidly. ■ I accidentally orbed the tennis ball while trying to serve, sending it flying across the court.
Orbs noun: small, spherical balls or globes ■ "I saw the orbs floating in the sky, but I couldn't figure out what they were. Then I remembered, they were just flying saucers!"
Outfield The part of a baseball field beyond the infield that is used for catching flies. ■ When the ball went flying over my head, I had to run out to the outfield to catch it before it hit me.
prophecies A statement or prediction made by someone who claims to have special knowledge or divine inspiration. ■ "The prophecy of the end times predicts that a flying pizza will destroy Earth."
rename To give a new name to something or someone, often in order to hide its true identity. ■ "I'm going to rename my car 'The Flying Carpet' so no one knows it used to be a broom."
shat A type of animal that has no feathers and can fly. ■ I saw a shat flying over my house this morning. It was really cool to see it in action!
soars To be so high in the sky that it looks like it's flying. ■ "The plane was soaring through the clouds, I could see my house from way up there!"
Superhero A person with extraordinary powers and abilities, often dressed in a colorful costume and flying. ■ "Why are you always so fast, Mr. Speedster? Because you're a superhero!
Wheels Large, rotating objects used for transportation ■ When the car's wheels fell off the road, it started rolling downhill and went flying into a ditch.
whoa An exclamation of surprise or excitement, often used when something unexpected or amazing happens. ■ "Whoa!" said the cowboy as he saw a giant flying saucer land in front of him.
aerospace The study of gases and the phenomena that occur in them, particularly those that involve airplanes and rockets. ■ "I knew I wanted to pursue a career in aerospace when I realized I could combine my love for science with my passion for flying."
airports A place where people can fly to, from, or through. It is also a place where you can buy overpriced food and get stuck in long lines. ■ "I love airports because they're the only places where I can wear my "flying" outfit and still be taken seriously."