Definition
to fly off the shelves: to sell very quickly, to be very popular
The new perfume flew off the shelves in less than two weeks!
shelves are ledges used for holding items such as books, food, or items on display in shops
- "Trust me Harold, I guarantee that these items are going to fly off the shelves, especially with the holiday season coming up."
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