Definition

Relating to or occurring in the sky; carried or transported through the air.

Example

The skyborne creatures soared gracefully above the mountains.

Conversation

Did you see that amazing skyborne drone show last night?

Yes! It was incredible how they lit up the night sky.

I love that they can create such beautiful patterns while being skyborne.

Me too! It really makes you appreciate technology.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Skyborne → It is formed from "sky" (from Old Norse *ský*, meaning cloud or sky) and "borne" (from Old English *beran*, meaning to carry). The word "skyborne" refers to something that is carried or borne by the sky.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that is 'carried by the sky' — 'sky' refers to the heavens, and 'borne' means to carry. This helps you remember that 'skyborne' describes something that comes from or is in the sky.

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