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fly-by

/ˈflaɪ.baɪ/

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noun

/ˈflaɪ.baɪ/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее полёт, обычно военных самолётов, на низкой высоте над зрителями на земле.

A noun referring to a flight, typically of military aircraft, at a low altitude over spectators on the ground.

  1. Low-altitude flightB2formal

    A flight, typically by military aircraft, at a low altitude over spectators or a specific location for display or ceremonial purposes.

    ruПролёт на низкой высоте

    • The airshow concluded with a spectacular fly-by by the fighter jets.
    • A fly-by was performed over the stadium during the national anthem.
    • The military organized a fly-by to honor the retiring general.

    Synonymsflyoverflypast

Forms
  • fly-bys plural form
  • fly-bys' possessive plural form
  • fly-by's possessive singular form