Definition of fly-by-night
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
: one that seeks to evade responsibilities and especially creditors by flight
2
: one without established reputation or standing
especially
: a shaky business enterprise
fly-by-night
adjectiveDefinition of fly-by-night (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: given to making a quick profit usually by shady or irresponsible acts
2
: transitory, passing
fly-by-night fashions
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The first known use of fly-by-night was in 1822
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