English Dictionary

flyby

/ˈflaɪˌbaɪ/

noun

A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations. / (US) A low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade. / (figuratively) A brief visit.

The flyby of the comet was a spectacular sight.

意味（1）

A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.

The upcoming flyby of Halley's comet is expected to provide new information on the nature of the comet.

意味（2）

(US) A low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.

Two of your snot-nose jockeys did a fly-by on my tower at over 400 knots!

意味（3）

(figuratively) A brief visit.

意味（4）

(nautical) A sailby performed by a hydrofoil vessel while hydrofoiling.