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flier

Syllabification: (fli·er)
Pronunciation: /ˈflīər/
(also flyer)
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Definition of flier

noun

  • 1a person or thing that flies, especially in a particular way:a nervous flier
  • a person who flies something, especially an aircraft.
  • informal a fast-moving person or thing.
  • 2a small handbill advertising an event or product.
  • 3chiefly North American a speculative investment.
  • 4a step in a straight flight of stairs.

Phrases

take a flyer

chiefly North American take a chance.

Spelling help

Flier can also be spelled flyer, with a y: both are correct.

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