Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fly-overhead
verb
/ˈflaɪ oʊˈhɛd/
Definition
To move through the air above something, typically at a high altitude or without landing.
Examples
- The airplane will fly overhead as it approaches the airport.
- We watched as the bird flew overhead during our picnic in the park.
- The drones are designed to fly overhead to capture aerial footage.
Meaning
When something, usually an aircraft or bird, flies above a person, place, or object, often used to describe the action of passing overhead.
Synonyms
- soar
- hover
- skim
