Meaning of the word flyaway in English

What does flyaway mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

flyaway

US /ˈflaɪ.ə.weɪ/

UK /ˈflaɪ.ə.weɪ/

describing hair that is fine and tends to escape from the main mass of hair

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She tried to smooth down her flyaway hair.

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A little hairspray can help control flyaway strands.

Synonym:

frizzy unruly wispy straggly

likely to fly away or escape

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The balloon was flyaway and hard to catch.

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She had a flyaway spirit, always seeking new adventures.

Synonym:

ephemeral fickle unstable volatile