winged

adjective

ˈwiŋd How to pronounce winged (audio)
also (except for sense 1a(2))
ˈwiŋ-əd How to pronounce winged (audio)
1
a(1)
: having wings
winged seeds
(2)
: having wings of a specified kind
used in combination
strong-winged
b
: using wings in flight
2
a
: soaring with or as if with wings : elevated
b

Examples of winged in a Sentence

birds and other winged creatures
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The singer wore her dark tresses in an updo, while her makeup consisted of winged eyeliner, mauve blush and a matching lip. Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Feb. 2025 The issue comes as the Television Academy is trying to broaden its mission to better serve its nearly 30,000 members, not just the lucky few who take home the trophy of a winged woman lifting an atom. Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2025 The music video, directed by John Vowles, captures Ty Dy’s energy in a performance that showcases his bold, on-stage persona—complete with his signature look of winged pants, long blonde hair, his shining guitar, and the dynamic rockstar presence that is quickly becoming his trademark. Spin Contributor, SPIN, 4 Feb. 2025 The winged creature is one of many brand motifs that keeps on giving at the house. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 31 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for winged 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Time Traveler
The first known use of winged was in the 14th century

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“Winged.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/winged. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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