flite

/ˈflaɪt/

Definitions

1. noun

A short or small flight, especially of a bird.

“The bird’s flite over the forest was a beautiful sight to behold.”

2. noun

A flight of birds, especially in the context of falconry.

“The falconer released a pair of falcons for their morning flite.”

3. verb

To fly or move through the air with quick, light motions.

“The leaves flite through the air in the autumn breeze.”

Synonyms

  • flight
  • flighting

Antonyms

  • grounding
  • settling