Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
chicken-wing
Noun
/ˈʧɪkɪn wɪŋ/
Definition
A part of a chicken located between the shoulder and the elbow, commonly used in cooking.
Examples
- One of my favorite appetizers at the restaurant is the spicy buffalo chicken wings.
- For the party, we ordered a huge platter of BBQ chicken wings to share.
- She likes to dip her chicken wings in ranch dressing.
Meaning
Chicken wings are often seasoned, cooked, and served as either a main dish or appetizer, particularly in American cuisine.
Synonyms
- wing
- poultry wing
- drumette
