flighter

/ˈflaɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who flies, especially one who flies an airplane.

“The young flighter had just earned his pilot’s license.”

2. noun

A type of butterfly or moth, especially one with a distinctive flight pattern.

“The colorful flighter attracted many admirers in the garden.”

3. verb

To fly or move through the air with a gliding motion.

“The kite flightered across the sky, its tail streaming behind.”

4. verb

To move quickly or smoothly, especially in a way that is impressive or impressive to watch.

“The quarterback flightered out of the pocket and avoided the defenders.”

Synonyms

  • aviator
  • butterfly
  • flyer

Antonyms

  • grounded
  • non-flyer