winged
word
Definition
Having wings, or shaped like or relating to wings. It can literally mean something with physical wings, or metaphorically describe something that moves quickly or is connected to flight.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in biology or poetry. In literature, 'winged words' means something spoken quickly or with great effect. Used for birds, insects, or anything with wings; can be metaphorical (e.g., 'winged victory'). Not to be confused with 'wings' (the noun).
Spanish: alado - con alasPortuguese (BR): alado - com asasPortuguese (PT): alado - com asasChinese (Simplified): 有翅膀的 - 带翼的Chinese (Traditional): 有翅膀的 - 帶翼的Hindi: पंखों वालाArabic: مُجَنَّح - ذو أجنحةBengali: ডানা যুক্ত - ডানাযুক্ত (উচ্চারণ: ḍānā jukto)Russian: крылатыйJapanese: 翼のあるVietnamese: có cánhKorean: 날개 달린Turkish: kanatlıUrdu: بازوؤں والا - پروں والاIndonesian: bersayap
Example Sentences
She drew a winged horse in her notebook.
basic
The winged bird flew over the lake.
basic
Some insects are winged while others are not.
basic
The ancient statue showed a winged victory.
natural
In myths, some gods are represented as winged beings.
natural
Her winged words inspired everyone at the meeting.
natural