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Meaning of the word flight in English

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flight

US /flaɪt/
UK /flaɪt/
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Noun

1.

the action or process of flying through the air

Example:
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The bird took flight from the branch.
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We watched the graceful flight of the eagle.
Synonym:
soaringglidingaviation
2.

a journey by air, especially in an aircraft

Example:
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Our flight to London was delayed.
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She booked a direct flight to New York.
Synonym:
tripjourneyairlift
3.

a group of birds or aircraft flying together

Example:
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A flight of geese flew overhead.
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The air show featured a spectacular flight of jets.
Synonym:
flocksquadronformation
4.

a set of stairs or steps leading from one floor or landing to another

Example:
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He ran up a flight of stairs.
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The old house had a grand flight of steps leading to the entrance.
Synonym:
staircasestepsstairs
5.

an act of fleeing or running away

Example:
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The prisoner made a desperate flight for freedom.
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The sudden noise caused the deer to take flight.
Synonym:
escapefleeingretreat
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flight attendantflight feather