wing
Translation
wing, annex, faction, fender
Examples
A bird uses its wing to fly.
A bird uses its wing to fly.
The hospital has a new wing.
The hospital has a new wing.
He plays on the left wing.
He plays on the left wing.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the ~)) a part of a bird, plane, etc. A bird uses its wing to fly.
((the ~ of sth.)) a part of a building or organization. The hospital has a new wing.
((on the ~)) in a particular position in sport or politics. He plays on the left wing.
Similar Words
Synonyms: flank, annex, faction; Antonyms: body, center
Etymology
From Old Norse 'vængr', meaning an appendage for flying.
Memory Tips
Picture a bird's wing, then an airplane's wing, and then the 'wing' of a building extending out like a wing.