: either of two opposing groups within an organization or society : faction
b
: a section of an organized body (such as a legislative chamber) representing a group or faction holding distinct opinions or policies compare left wing, right wing
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a
: a unit of the U.S. Air Force higher than a group and lower than a division
b
: two or more squadrons of naval airplanes
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: a dance step marked by a quick outward and inward rolling glide of one foot
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wings plural: insignia consisting of an outspread pair of stylized bird's wings which are awarded on completion of prescribed training to a qualified pilot, aircrew member, or military balloon pilot
Noun
In the library's north wing, you'll find the current periodicals.
She works in the pediatric wing of the hospital.
The guest room is in the east wing. Verb
The team winged to Moscow for the finals.
She winged the ball over to first base.
The soldier was winged by a stray bullet.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
The superstar has other projects or appearances waiting in the wings.—Chris Willman, Variety, 3 Sep. 2024 Congressman Pastor took me under his wing, providing invaluable guidance and inspiration not only to me but to many in our community.—Sasha Hupka, The Arizona Republic, 3 Sep. 2024
Verb
And that's what happened after Thomas Matthew Crooks began shooting, winging Trump's right ear and killing one person in the crowd and wounding two others.—Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 19 July 2024 In May, the NRA elected Doug Hamlin, the executive director of its publications wing, as his replacement.—Will Daniel, Fortune, 9 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for wing
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Word History
Etymology
Noun
Middle English winge, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Danish & Swedish vinge wing; akin to Sanskrit vāti it blows — more at wind entry 1
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