What does FLIES mean?

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Part of Speech: noun, verb

Definition:

  • Noun: plural form of fly, an insect with two wings and six legs.
  • Verb: third person singular present tense of fly, to move through the air using wings.

Pronunciations:

  • US: /flaɪz/
  • UK: /flaɪz/

Origin and Usage:

The noun flies has been used since the 14th century, while the verb flies has been used since the 16th century. The noun refers to the plural form of fly, which is an insect with two wings and six legs. The verb refers to the action of moving through the air using wings.

Synonyms:

  • insect (noun)
  • soars, glides, hovers (verb)

Related Words:

  • fable
  • flame
  • flash
  • flask
  • fleet

Example Sentences:

  • The flies were buzzing around the picnic table.
  • The bird flies through the sky with grace.


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