Wing
Meaning of Wing
noun
- (in a bird) a modified forelimb that bears large feathers and is used for flying.
- a rigid horizontal structure that projects from both sides of an aircraft and supports it in the air.
- a raised part of the body of a car or other vehicle above the wheel.
- a part of a large building, especially one that projects from the main part.
a maternity wing
- a group within a political party or other organization having particular views or a particular function.
she joined the youth wing of the party at the age of 16
- the sides of a theatre stage out of view of the audience.
- (in soccer, rugby, and hockey) the part of the field close to the sidelines.
- a lateral part or projection of an organ or structure.
- an air force unit of several squadrons or groups.
- a flock of plovers (birds).
some sportsmen make no scruple about firing into the thick of a wing of plover
- travel on wings or by aircraft; fly.
George satisfied his keen urge to fly by winging homewards with the Royal Air Force
- shoot (a bird) in the wing, so as to prevent flight without causing death.
one bird was winged for every bird killed
- speak or act without preparation; improvise.
a little preparation puts you ahead of the job-seekers who try to wing it
Middle English (originally in the plural): from Old Norse vængir, plural of vængr .
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Hyphenation of Wing
Wing
- It consists of 1 syllables and 4 chars.
- Wing is a word monosyllabic because it has one syllable
Wing synonyms
Meaning offstage:
Meaning flank:
Meaning fender:
Meaning annex:
Meaning fly:
Meaning the outer part of a bird's wing including the flight feathers:
Meaning a medium-sized motor vehicle, typically without side windows in the rear part, for transporting goods:
Meaning a long triangular or swallow-tailed flag, especially one of a kind formerly attached to a lance or helmet; a pennant:
Meaning an amount or section which, when combined with others, makes up the whole of something:
Meaning a distinct group within a larger body of people or things:
Meaning a person or group opposing another or others in a dispute, contest, or debate:
Meaning a former measure of length (equivalent to six hand breadths) used mainly for textiles, locally variable but typically about 45 inches in England and 37 inches in Scotland:
Meaning a small organized dissenting group within a larger one, especially in politics:
Meaning the supporters of a particular party or doctrine regarded collectively:
Meaning (in some US states) a meeting at which local members of a political party register their preference among candidates running for office or select delegates to attend a convention:
Meaning a branch or division of a company or organization:
Meaning a division or office of a large business or organization, operating locally or having a particular function:
Meaning a number of people or things that are located, gathered, or classed together:
Meaning a set of associated people acting together, especially within a larger organization:
Meaning put, lay, or stand (something) in a specified place or position:
Meaning a small close-knit group of people who do not readily allow others to join them:
Meaning a small group of people with shared interests or tastes, especially one that is exclusive of other people:
Meaning a secret political clique or faction:
Meaning a room providing a space out of which one or more other rooms or corridors lead, typically one near the entrance of a public building:
Meaning move with a smooth, quiet continuous motion:
Meaning fly or rise high in the air:
Meaning create and perform (music, drama, or verse) spontaneously or without preparation:
Meaning compose or perform something such as music or a speech without preparation; improvise:
Anagrams of Wing
Words that rhyme with Wing
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