Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fly-away
adjective
/ˈflaɪ əˌweɪ/
Definition
A term used to describe something that is light and can easily be carried off by the wind, or to refer to hair or fur that is unruly and sticks out.
Examples
- The fly-away strands of hair danced in the breeze.
- She wore a fly-away dress that fluttered around her as she walked.
- The fly-away pieces of paper scattered across the yard.
Meaning
The term ‘fly-away’ describes the quality of being easily removable or having a tendency to drift away due to lightness or air movement. It is often used to describe loose hair that doesn’t stay in place.
Synonyms
- loose
- airy
- lightweight
- unruly
