What does KITES mean?

Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

• A light frame covered with paper or cloth, designed to be flown in the air at the end of a long string.
• A rapacious bird of prey with a forked tail and long narrow wings, typically with a shrill call.

Pronunciations:

• US: /kaɪts/
• UK: /kaɪts/

Origin and Usage:

The word "kites" comes from the Middle English word "kyte," which means "bird of prey." The word was first used in the 14th century to describe a type of bird, and later came to refer to a toy that resembled a bird in flight. Today, kites are often flown for recreation and sport, and are popular in many parts of the world.

Synonyms:

• Toy bird
• Toy plane
• Toy glider

Related Words:

• Birds
• Planes
• Glider
• Wings
• Skyed

Example Sentences:

• She flew her kite on the beach.
• The kite soared high into the sky.
• The children ran along the beach with their kites trailing behind them.
• The kite festival drew thousands of visitors to the park.