Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

flying-saucer

Noun
/ˈflaɪɪŋ ˈsɔːsər/
Definition
A flying saucer is a disc-shaped or oval-shaped spacecraft often associated with unidentified flying objects (UFOs).
Examples
  • Many people claim to have seen a flying saucer in the night sky.
  • The movie featured a scene where a flying saucer descended from the clouds.
Meaning
The term refers to the common belief that these objects are alien spacecraft, typically characterized by their round shape and ability to hover or move quickly in the sky.
Synonyms
  • UFO
  • Disc-shaped craft
  • Alien spacecraft