flyer

noun

fly·​er

less common spelling of flier

1

: one that flies

She's a frequent flier on that airline.

specifically : airman

He was a flier on an aircraft carrier.

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.

Examples of flyer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Carrie D’Anna, who also lives on the south side of Taylor and was the community member who made and delivered the flyer to Griffin’s door, said some residents have considered moving elsewhere, but not everyone has the financial means to do so. — Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2026

According to the outlet, the flyers said Tony was last seen on September 22. — Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 24 Sep. 2026

In the face of a Category 5 hurricane or an unfolding political scandal, campaign flyers and 30-second TV ads are useless. — Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 Sep. 2026

The reclassification of these incidents means they won't be reported in the Bureau of Transportation Statistics' on-time performance data, and also reduce the qualifying circumstances of when flyers can receive vouchers or refunds due to delays. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 22 Sep. 2026

Rhymes for flyer

• acquire
• attire
• bonfire
• campfire
• ceasefire
• conspire
• desire
• enquire
• entire
• greenbrier
• gunfire
• homebuyer

Kids Definition

flyer

variant of flier