wings (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /wɪŋz/
Definition
The limbs or appendages by which a bird, insect, or bat flies.
Examples
Birds use their wings to fly through the air.
The butterfly's delicate wings were covered in colorful patterns.
Bats have leathery wings that allow them to navigate at night.
How to Use wings
- on wings (prepositional phrase)
- Figuratively, being carried or supported by something. — "She felt like she was on wings after receiving the good news."
- spread one's wings (idiom)
- To become independent and start doing things on your own. — "After graduating, it's time for him to spread his wings and move out."
- under one's wing (idiom)
- Under someone's care and protection. — "The experienced mentor took the new intern under his wing."
- take wing (phrasal verb)
- To begin to fly; to depart quickly. — "The birds took wing at the first sign of danger."
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