"fly system" meaning in All languages combined

See fly system on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

Forms: fly systems [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} fly system (plural fly systems)
  1. A system of theatrical rigging, using ropes, blocks, etc., allowing the stage crew to fly (hoist) components such as curtains, lights and scenery. Wikipedia link: fly system Synonyms: flying system Related terms: flyloft
    Sense id: en-fly_system-en-noun-W7mReZ-5 Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

Inflected forms

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