flyover
|fly-o-ver|
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/ˈflaɪˌoʊvər/
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/ˈflaɪˌəʊvə/
elevated passage
Etymology
'flyover' originates from the combination of 'fly' and 'over', where 'fly' meant 'to move through the air' and 'over' meant 'above or across'.
'flyover' was first used in the context of aviation and later adapted to describe elevated roadways.
Initially, it meant 'a flight over a specific area', but over time it evolved to include elevated road structures.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a bridge or road that passes over another road or railway.
The new flyover has reduced traffic congestion significantly.
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Noun 2
a ceremonial flight by a group of aircraft, typically in formation, over a specific location.
The air show concluded with a spectacular flyover by fighter jets.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45