Basic Details
Word: Wing
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: A part of a bird or insect that helps it to fly; it can also refer to a similar structure on an aircraft.
Synonyms: Flap, fin, appendage
Antonyms: N/A
Idioms and Phrases
- Spread your wings: To start to do something new or to become more independent. Example: "After finishing school, she decided to spread her wings and travel the world."
- On the wing: In flight or moving quickly. Example: "The birds were on the wing, soaring gracefully through the sky."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The eagle soared high above the mountains, its wings spread wide against the clear blue sky.
Example 2: The wings of the butterfly were painted with beautiful, vibrant colours.
Example 3: When the aircraft took off, we could feel the powerful thrust as it lifted off the ground on its wings.
Fun Fact
Did you know that some birds, like the albatross, can have wingspans of over 3 metres? This helps them glide for long distances without flapping!
Famous Quote
"The wings of angels are often found on the backs of the least likely persons." Eric Honeycutt
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "wing" mean?
a) A type of mammal
b) A part of a bird or insect
c) A type of flower
d) A kind of rock
Answer: b) A part of a bird or insect
2. Which of these is a synonym of "wing"?
a) Flap
b) Tail
c) Antenna
d) Claw
Answer: a) Flap
3. Which sentence uses "wing" correctly?
a) The wing of the bird fluttered as it sang.
b) The wing made a loud noise when dropped.
c) I painted my wing in art class.
d) The wing is a type of food.
Answer: a) The wing of the bird fluttered as it sang.
4. Which idiom means to become more independent?
a) On the wing
b) Spread your wings
c) Fly on the wall
d) Straighten your wings
Answer: b) Spread your wings
5. What is the opposite of "wing"?
a) N/A
b) Paw
c) Leaf
d) Fin
Answer: a) N/A
