(in a bird) a modified forelimb that bears large feathers and is used for flying

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

a maternity wing

a group within a political party or other organization having particular views or a particular function

she joined the youth wing of the party at the age of 16

the sides of a theatre stage out of view of the audience

(in soccer, rugby, and hockey) 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

a flock of plovers (birds)

some sportsmen make no scruple about firing into the thick of a wing of plover

travel on wings or by aircraft; fly

George satisfied his keen urge to fly by winging homewards with the Royal Air Force

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 preparation puts you ahead of the job-seekers who try to wing it