flight

/flaɪt/noun

The action or ability of moving through the air.

Example sentence

“We watched the eagle in flight over the canyon.”

Watch the other senses: a flight of stairs, a flight of fancy, and flight as escape, as in 'the refugees' flight'. All share the idea of rapid passage.

travel

Related words

journeyA trip from one place to another, thought of as a single complete unit of travel.hotelA business, usually a large building and often part of a chain, where travelers pay to sleep and receive services such as meals.suitcaseA big, usually rectangular bag for carrying clothes and belongings when you travel.ticketA small slip or card that serves as proof of payment or permission, often allowing the holder to do or attend something.touristA person who visits places for enjoyment rather than for work.luggageThe suitcases and bags a traveller uses to carry their belongings.