SINCE 1828
flyer
noun
fly·er
less common spelling of flier
2
: a reckless or speculative venture
—usually used in the phrase take a flier He took a flier in politics soon after getting his degree.
3
usually flyer
: an advertising circular
Flyers announcing the concert were distributed throughout the city.
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