wing
UK: wɪŋ | US: wɪŋ
n. 1. One of the paired appendages of a bird, bat, or insect used for flying.
n. 2. A part of a building or structure extending from the main body, often serving a specific function (e.g., hospital wing).
n. 3. A faction or subgroup within an organization.
vt. 1. To equip with wings.
vt. 2. To traverse or pass through swiftly (archaic).
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The word "wing" traces back to Old English wenge, likely derived from Proto-Germanic wēngiją, which referred to a limb used for flight. Its meaning expanded metaphorically to describe architectural extensions (16th century) and organizational divisions (18th century). The root is compact and non-splittable, as it evolved from ancient Germanic without clear prefix/root/suffix boundaries.
The eagle spread its wings and soared into the sky.
The hospital’s east wing specializes in pediatric care.
She belongs to the progressive wing of the political party.
The arrow winged its way across the battlefield.
The theater’s new wing will open next year.