Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
as-the-crow-flies
idiom
/æz ðə kraʊ flaɪz/
Definition
A phrase used to refer to the shortest distance between two points, without taking into account any obstacles or detours.
Examples
- The town is only five miles away as-the-crow-flies, but the road takes much longer.
- He charted the course as-the-crow-flies to determine the quickest route.
Meaning
This expression emphasizes directness or the most straightforward path.
Synonyms
- Directly
- Straight
- In a straight line
- Shortest route
