Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

bush flying

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.29 in modern English

Syllables
bush fly-ing
IPA
22
Scrabble Score
10
Letters
2
Syllables
10
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

The operation, or an instance, of aircraft, especially small fixed-wing bush planes or bush helicopters, in remote, undeveloped, or wilderness areas where conventional airstrips, navigation aids, or maintenance facilities are limited or nonexistent.

Australian usage; Uncountable

Example Sentences

Etymology

From bush + flying.

Usage

Phrases

bush pilot

Frequently Paired Words

bushcraft bushcrafter bushperson bush pilot

Questions

What does bush flying mean?
The operation, or an instance, of aircraft, especially small fixed-wing bush planes or bush helicopters, in remote, undeveloped, or wilderness areas where conventional airstrips, navigation aids, or maintenance facilities are limited or nonexistent.
Where does bush flying come from?
From bush + flying.

How to pronounce bush flying

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