flying machine

noun

1. a vehicle that sustains itself in and propels itself through the air; an airplane, helicopter, glider, or the like.

Word History and Origins

Origin of flying machine¹

First recorded in 1730–40

Example Sentences

There’s also the task of Celtic having to go up a couple of levels from what they’re used to and then staying at that level for an entire evening when Karim Adeyemi, the flying machine winger, and Serhou Guirassy, the excellent finisher, are beginning to motor.

From BBC

In the Ethiopian Air crash, this angle of attack reading jumped from about 12° to 74.5° in less than a second, which would clearly be physically impossible for a flying machine weighing over 100,000 pounds.

From Salon

The challenge for any new flying machine such as Eve or the HX50 is to win regulatory approval says Mr Twidell.

From BBC

Last year, that slot was occupied by the lean, mean flying machine “Plane,” starring Gerard Butler.

From Los Angeles Times

Even Orville and Wilbur Wright flipped a coin to see who got the lone seat on their flying machine.

From Washington Times