Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wing it

Phrase
/ˈwɪŋ ɪt/
Definition
To do something without preparation or planning.
Examples
  • Despite not studying for the test, she decided to wing it and hoped for the best.
  • He forgot his notes for the presentation, so he had to wing it in front of the audience.
  • When the concert was interrupted by technical issues, the band chose to wing it with an acoustic set.
Meaning
To improvise or to manage a task in an unplanned way.
Synonyms
  • Improvise
  • Ad-lib
  • Freestyle