Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fly-on-the-wall
idiom
/ˈflaɪ ɒn ðə wɔːl/
Definition
A person who observes a situation without being noticed, especially in a way that allows them to gather information or insight.
Examples
- As a fly-on-the-wall in the meeting, I learned a lot about the company’s future plans.
- The documentary provided a fly-on-the-wall perspective of the actors during filming.
Meaning
The term refers to someone who can witness events without being involved or interfering, often used in contexts like documentaries or research.
Synonyms
- Observer
- Onlooker
- Witness
