flyer

[ flahy-er ]

noun

1. Textiles.
   1. a rotating device that adds twist to the slubbing or roving and winds the stock onto a spindle or bobbin in a uniform manner.
   2. a similar device for adding twist to yarn.
2. flier.

flyer

/ ˈflaɪə /

noun

1. a person or thing that flies or moves very fast
2. an aviator or pilot
3. informal.
   a long flying leap; bound
4. a fast-moving machine part, esp one having periodic motion
5. a rectangular step in a straight flight of stairs Compare winder
6. athletics an informal word for flying start
7. a speculative business transaction
8. a small handbill

Word History and Origins

Origin of flyer¹

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; fly ², -er ¹

Example Sentences

Cassaro and Vaske originally planned the event as a joke, posting details on social media and flyers in areas of Chicago.

From BBC

The exhibit highlights a decade of CRSELA’s history, with editorial photographs of students through the years, DIY flyers, camp artwork and archival objects representing colorful moments in the kids’ musical journeys.

From Los Angeles Times

In order to submit a straight Democratic ticket, per the flyer handed out by a party activist outside, voters now have to manually select each candidate, for each office.

From Salon

She’s been involved in the school’s young Democrats club, knocking on doors, sending flyers and making phone calls to try to convince people to vote for Harris.

From BBC

The velvet rope separating England from the game's highest flyers is thin, but distinct.

From BBC

Related Words

• flier