Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

let-fly-at

verb phrase
/lɛt flaɪ æt/
Definition
To release a missile or projectile with the intent to hit a target.
Examples
  • In the final moments of the game, he decided to let-fly-at the goal, hoping to score the winning point.
  • The soldier was given the order to let-fly-at the enemy position once the signal was given.
Meaning
The phrase describes the action of deliberately throwing or launching something, often in the context of sports or combat.
Synonyms
  • launch
  • throw
  • shoot
  • hurl