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Wingspan

Verb / ˈwɪˌŋspæn / Another word for wingspan — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The 'wingspan' refers to the distance between the tips of a bird's or airplane's wings when they are fully extended.

Synonyms & similar words

wingspread

Example sentences

  1. The eagle has a massive wingspan.
  2. The airplane's wingspan is 150 feet.
  3. The butterfly's wingspan is colorful.
  4. I measured the bird's wingspan using a ruler.
  5. The wingspan of a hummingbird is small.

Quotes

  • A bird does not sing because it has an answer. It sings because it has a wingspan. - Maya Angelou
  • Education is the wingspan of a butterfly, and creativity is its flight. - Anon
  • The sky's the limit if you have a wingspan. - Blake Griffin

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