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adj
Holding the forewings together above the body.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: fishing, hobbies, lifestyle
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adj
Toward the side of the plane where the wing is higher than the plane.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
Topics: aeronautics, aerospace, aviation, business, engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences
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adj
In a position with the wing raised.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: not-comparable
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noun
An upsurge.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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verb
To fly upward, on or as if on wings.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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History
From up- + wing.
