Meaning of the word "unidentified flying object" in English

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

unidentified flying object

US /ˌʌn.aɪˈden.t̬ə.faɪd ˈflaɪ.ɪŋ ˈɑːb.dʒekt/
UK /ˌʌn.aɪˈden.tɪ.faɪd ˈflaɪ.ɪŋ ˈɒb.dʒɪkt/
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Noun

any object seen in the sky that cannot be identified by the person who sees it, often suspected of being from another planet

Example:
The pilot reported seeing an unidentified flying object over the desert.
Many people believe that unidentified flying objects are evidence of extraterrestrial life.