Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
wing
noun
/wɪŋ/
Definition
A wing is a limb or part of an animal’s body that is used for flying or gliding.
Examples
- The eagle spread its wings and soared high above the mountains.
- The airplane’s wings were designed for optimal lift during flight.
- Insects flap their wings rapidly to stay airborne.
Meaning
The structure that enables certain animals, especially birds and insects, to fly. It can also refer to similar structures in aircraft.
Synonyms
- flap
- appendage
- fin
