beeline

/ˈbiːlɪn/

Definitions

1. noun

a straight course or direct line of flight, especially of a bee returning to its hive; a course of action or route that is direct and efficient.

“The plane took a beeline for the airport to avoid bad weather.”

2. verb

to fly or travel in a straight course, especially in a bee returning to its hive.

“The bee would beeline for the flower after sensing its sweet scent.”

Synonyms

  • bee line
  • direct course
  • straight line

Antonyms

  • circuitous route
  • indirect path