wings (HyperDic hyper-dictionary)

English > 2 senses of the word *wings*:
NOUN	act	wings	a means of flight or ascent
NOUN	communication	wings	stylized bird wings worn as an insignia by qualified pilots or air crew members

wings > pronunciation
Sounds	wih'ngz
Rhymes	belongings ... Writings: 35 rhymes with ihngz...

English > *wings*: 2 senses > noun 1, act
Meaning	A means of flight or ascent.
Example	"necessity lends wings to inspiration"
Broader	means, agency, way	How a result is obtained or an end is achieved
Usage of	plural, plural form	The form of a word that is used to denote more than one

English > *wings*: 2 senses > noun 2, communication
Meaning	stylized bird wings worn as an insignia by qualified pilots or air crew members.
Broader	insignia	A badge worn to show official position

HyperDic: wings