short-winged (Meaning)
Wordnet
short-winged (s)
(especially of certain insects) having very short or rudimentary wings
Synonyms & Antonyms of short-winged
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short-winged Sentence Examples
- The short-winged sparrow darted between the tall grasses, its flight brief and elusive.
- The short-winged beetle struggled to lift itself into the air, its atrophied wings barely supporting its weight.
- The ancient Egyptian hieroglyph depicted a short-winged bird, a symbol of swiftness and agility.
- The short-winged quail scurried through the undergrowth, its mottled plumage blending seamlessly with the dappled forest floor.
- The short-winged insect hopped along the surface of the pond, its tiny legs carrying it with astonishing speed.
- The short-winged screech owl had a distinct call, a high-pitched trill that echoed through the quiet night.
- The short-winged parrot perched on the branch, its vibrant plumage shimmering in the sunlight.
- The short-winged bat navigated the darkness with ease, its echolocation skills guiding its flight.
- The short-winged hummingbird could hover in mid-air, its wings beating with lightning-fast speed.
- The short-winged gecko clung to the wall, its suction cups providing a secure grip on the smooth surface.
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(especially of certain insects) having very short or rudimentary wings
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The short-winged sparrow darted between the tall grasses, its flight brief and elusive.
The short-winged beetle struggled to lift itself into the air, its atrophied wings barely supporting its weight.
The ancient Egyptian hieroglyph depicted a short-winged bird, a symbol of swiftness and agility.
The short-winged quail scurried through the undergrowth, its mottled plumage blending seamlessly with the dappled forest floor.