Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wings-spread
noun
/wɪŋz sprɛd/
Definition
The extent or distance between the tips of a bird’s wings when they are fully extended.
Examples
- The wings-spread of the eagle was impressive as it soared above the mountains.
- During the mating ritual, the peacock displayed its wings-spread to attract a mate.
- In her painting, she captured the majestic wings-spread of a butterfly landing on a flower.
Meaning
Wings-spread refers to the full extension of an animal’s wings, often used in the context of birds in flight or rest. It illustrates the span and capability of flight that a bird possesses.
Synonyms
- wingspan
- wing extension
- wing reach
