Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ala
Noun
/ˈeɪ.lə/

Definition
A wing or wing-like structure, especially in anatomy.

Examples
- The ala of the nose is the outer wing-shaped part of the nostril.
- In the ancient city of Rome, the term ‘ala’ referred to the wing-like structures on either side of the forum.
- Birds have strong alae that assist in flight.

Meaning
In anatomical terms, an ‘ala’ refers to a wing or wing-like part of an organism, often used to describe certain features of bones or structures that resemble a wing.

Synonyms
- Wing
- Flank
- Side