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kite noun 1 a bird of prey of the hawk family, noted for its long pointed wings, deeply forked tail, and soaring graceful flight. 2 a light frame covered in paper or some other light material, with a long holding string attached to it, for flying in the air for fun, etc. 3 (also box kite) a more complicated structure built of boxes, sometimes used for carrying recording equipment or a person in the air. 4 naut a light additional sail, usually set high up. 5 slang an aircraft. verb (kited, kiting) 1 colloq to write (a cheque) before one has sufficient funds in one's account to cover it. 2 intrans to fly like a kite; to soar. kiting noun. fly a kite 1 to send up and control a kite. 2 finance to deal in fictitious accommodation papers in order to raise money. 3 to spread a rumour or suggestion intended to provoke reaction and so test public opinion.
ETYMOLOGY: Anglo-Saxon cyta.