Flyby

Noun

Definitions

1.NounA flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.

"The upcoming flyby of Halley's comet is expected to provide new information on the nature of the comet."

2.NounA low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.

3.NounA brief visit.

4.NounA sailby performed by a hydrofoil vessel while hydrofoiling.

5.NounA three-dimensional animated sequence in which the camera moves past an object or scenery.

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