wing

//wɪŋ//
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Visual representation of wing

Noun

wingSingular
wingsPlural
1

One of the paired appendages that birds, bats, and insects use for flying

The bird spread its wings and flew away.

2

A flat horizontal structure that extends from the side of an aircraft and provides lift

The plane's wings help it stay in the air.

3

A section or part of a building that extends from the main structure

The hospital has a new wing for children.

4

A group or faction within a larger organization, especially a political party

The left wing of the party supports higher taxes on the wealthy.

5

The side area of a theater stage that is out of view of the audience

The actors waited in the wings before going on stage.

6

A position in sports, especially soccer or hockey, on the far left or right of the field

He plays on the left wing for his soccer team.

Verb

1

To fly or travel through the air using wings

The bird winged across the sky.

2

To do something without preparation or planning; to improvise

I didn't have time to prepare, so I just had to wing it during the presentation.