What is meaning of "Don't fly my kite/aeroplane"?
- Originated from the Cantonese slang 放飞机 (Mandarin equivalent: 放鸽子, lit. "release the pigeon"). In the past, letters were sometimes sent by pigeon. When one arranges to meet (via pigeon mail) and fails to turn up, it is said that the person has failed to keep the appointment. Rare expression. A Singlish expression which means 'Do not go back on your word' or 'Do not stand me up'
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