That flies about. Of a tale, rumour, etc.: Circulating without definite authority. flying sheet n. a leaflet printed for distribution broadcast.

Spoken of, talked about, widely proclaimed; (hence) famed, renowned, celebrated. Frequently with modifying adverb.

That is much talked about, known by report; †alleged by report; rumoured.

Reported, rumoured.

Announced or spread by rumour; commonly reported. Formerly also: †loud, resounding (obsolete).

Of the nature of rumour; rumoured, reported.

Reported, rumoured. Obsolete. rare.

Uttered with a buzz; rumoured about.