flight

A2 · Elementary Uncountable noun

n. the action of moving through the air using wings or engines.

n. the act or process of moving through the air under aerodynamic lift or propulsion.

“The eagle's flight was smooth and graceful as it circled the mountain.”

“Engineers studied the mechanics of insect flight to improve the stability of small surveillance drones.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun

n. the act of running away from a dangerous or difficult situation.

n. the act of fleeing or escaping from danger, pursuit, or an unpleasant reality.

“The sudden flight of the birds suggested that a predator was nearby.”

“The civilian population began a mass flight toward the border as the sounds of heavy artillery grew louder.”

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. a series of stairs between two floors or landings.

n. a continuous series of steps or stairs between one floor or landing and the next.

Español:tramo

“She lived at the top of three long flights of stairs in an old building.”

“The architect designed a grand flight of stairs that served as the central focal point of the museum's atrium.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Informal

n. a small selection of different drinks, like wine or beer, served together for you to taste.

n. a selection of several small pours of a beverage, typically wine or craft beer, served for comparative tasting.

“I ordered a flight of local craft beers to see which one I liked best.”

“The sommelier recommended a flight of Rieslings to demonstrate how the soil composition affects the final flavour profile of the wine.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Literary

n. a creative or unusual idea that goes far beyond normal thinking.

n. an excursion into imaginative or creative thought, often departing from reality; usually in the phrase 'flight of fancy'.

“His plan to build a city on the moon was just a flight of fancy.”

“The novelist's latest work is a brilliant flight of imagination that blends historical facts with surrealist mythology.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun engineering Technical

n. the feathers at the end of an arrow or dart that help it fly straight.

n. the stabilizing fins or feathers attached to the rear of an arrow, dart, or projectile to control its trajectory.

“He replaced the damaged flight on his favorite dart before the tournament.”

“Modern arrows use synthetic flights designed to minimize drag and maximize stability during high-velocity travel.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun advertising Technical

n. a specific period of time when an advertisement is shown on TV or online.

n. a period of time during which an advertising campaign is active, separated by periods of inactivity.

“The company planned a six-week flight of ads for the new holiday season.”

“The marketing agency recommended a heavy flight of television spots followed by a two-week hiatus to prevent audience fatigue.”

C1 · Advanced sports Technical

v. to hit or throw a ball so it stays in the air for a long time with spin.

v. to deliver a ball with a high trajectory and significant spin, typically to deceive an opponent.

“The bowler decided to flight the ball to trick the batsman into a mistake.”

“The spin bowler's ability to flight the ball deceptively made him one of the most dangerous players in the league.”