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adj
Having extended wings as if flying.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: government, heraldry, hobbies, lifestyle, monarchy, nobility, politics
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adj
Represented as unsupported in the air.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: government, heraldry, hobbies, lifestyle, monarchy, nobility, politics
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adj
Flying, or able to fly.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
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adj
Moving quickly or lightly, as though flying; nimble.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
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History
From Middle French volant, present participle of voler (“to fly”), from Latin volāre.
