kite

US /kaɪt/
UK /kaɪt/
"kite" picture
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a toy consisting of a light frame covered with paper or cloth, flown in the wind at the end of a long string

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The child happily flew his kite in the park.
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We watched the colorful kites soaring high above the beach.
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aerofoilglider
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a bird of prey with long, narrow wings and a forked tail, typically feeding on carrion and often seen soaring

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A red kite was spotted circling over the fields.
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The kite is known for its graceful flight.
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bird of preyraptor
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to fly a kite

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They went to the beach to kite in the strong winds.
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It's a perfect day to kite.
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be as high as a kite