Flyover (Noun)
Meaning 1
Bridge formed by the upper level of a crossing of two highways at different levels.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The motorway flyover carries traffic over the river and connects the two major roads.
- The construction of the flyover will help to reduce congestion at the current traffic light intersection.
- The architect's design for the flyover included a sleek and modern curved shape.
- The flyover is a major engineering feat that required extensive planning and excavation.
- Pedestrians and cyclists have been warned to be cautious while crossing under the highway flyover.
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Meaning 2
A flight at a low altitude (usually of military aircraft) over spectators on the ground.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The air show began with a thunderous flyover of stealth bombers overhead.
- The crowd watched in awe as the squadron of fighter jets performed a flyover during the stadium's opening ceremony.
- During the pomp and circumstance of the parade, a flyover of vintage planes added to the spectacle.
- The festival grounds were abuzz with excitement as a fleet of vintage aircraft conducted a flyover to kick off the event.
- Just as the national anthem began to play, a massive flyover of military helicopters thundered overhead, shaking the stadium's rafters.