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flyer

noun fly·er

less common spelling of

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.

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amortize, caveat emptor, clearinghouse, divest, due diligence, emolument, green-collar, marque, overhead, perquisite

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