flyby

Meanings

1. A flight past a celestial object in order to make observations.
2. A low-level ceremonial flight, typically in connection with an airshow or a military parade.
3. A brief visit.
4. A sailby performed by a hydrofoil vessel while hydrofoiling.
5. A three-dimensional animated sequence in which the camera moves past an object or scenery.

Etymology

Deverbal from fly by.