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wing noun 1 one of the two modified forelimbs of a bird or bat that are adapted for flight. 2 one of two or more membranous outgrowths that project from either side of the body of an insect enabling it to fly. 3 one of the flattened structures that project from either side of an aircraft body. 4 any of the corner sections of a vehicle body, forming covers for the wheels. 5 a part of a building projecting from the central or main section • the west wing. 6 the left or right flank of an army or fleet in battle formation. 7 sport in football and hockey, etc: a either edge of the pitch; b the player at either extreme of the forward line. 8 (wings) theat the area at each side of a stage, where performers wait to enter, out of sight of the audience. 9 a group with its own distinct views and character, within a political party or other body. See also left wing, right wing. 10 in the RAF: a unit consisting of several squadrons. 11 (wings) in the RAF: a qualified pilot's badge. 12 (wings) literary a miraculous surge of speed. 13 bot any of various flat or projecting sections of a plant. verb (winged , winging) 1 (often wing one's way) to make one's way by flying, or with speed. 2 to wound (a bird) in the wing or a person in the arm or shoulder; to wound someone or something superficially. 3 poetic to fly or skim lightly over something. 4 to send (eg an arrow) swiftly on its way. winged adj. wingless adj. in the wings theat waiting for one's turn to perform. on the wing flying; in flight. spread or stretch one's wings 1 to use one's potential fully. 2 to escape from a confining environment in order to do this. take wing poetic to fly off. under someone's wing under their protection or guidance.
ETYMOLOGY: 12c: from Norse vængre.