Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ala

Noun

/ˈeɪ.lə/

Definition

A wing or wing-like structure, especially in anatomy.

Examples

The ala of the nose is the outer wing-shaped part of the nostril.
In the ancient city of Rome, the term ‘ala’ referred to the wing-like structures on either side of the forum.
Birds have strong alae that assist in flight.

Meaning

In anatomical terms, an ‘ala’ refers to a wing or wing-like part of an organism, often used to describe certain features of bones or structures that resemble a wing.