Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wing

noun
/wɪŋ/
Definition
A wing is a limb or part of an animal or object that helps it to fly or provides balance.
Examples
  • Birds use their wings to soar through the sky.
  • The airplane’s wings were designed for optimal aerodynamics.
  • She felt a sense of freedom as she spread her arms like wings.
Meaning
The term ‘wing’ refers to the appendages found on birds, bats, and insects that enable flight. Wings can also refer to similar structures on aircraft and some types of fish.
Synonyms
  • Flap
  • Appendage
  • Winglet