wing
/wiNG/
noun
- (in a bird) a modified forelimb that bears large feathers and is used for flying.synonyms: pinion, van, pennon
- 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."the maternity wing at South Cleveland Hospital"synonyms: part, section, side, annexe, extension, ell
- a group within a political party or other organization that holds particular views or has a particular function."she joined the youth wing of the party at the age of 16"synonyms: faction, camp, caucus, arm, side, branch, group, grouping, section, set, clique, coterie, cabal, fringe movement, lobby
- the sides of a theater stage out of view of the audience.
- (in soccer, rugby, and other games) 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.
verb
- travel on wings or by aircraft; fly."a bird came winging around the corner"synonyms: fly, glide, soar, take wing
- 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 boning up puts you ahead of the job seekers who try to wing it"synonyms: improvise, play it by ear, extemporize, ad lib, busk it
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