Wing

/wɪŋ/

Definice a Význam "wing"

Wing

PODSTATNÉ JMÉNO

křídlo, křídla

any of the two parts of the body of a bird, insect, etc. used for flying

Example

The bird spread its wings and soared high into the sky.

Pták roztáhl svá křídla a vzlétl vysoko na nebe.

A butterfly ’s delicate wings are covered in colorful scales.

Jemná křídla motýla jsou pokryta barevnými šupinami.

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křídlo, křídlo letadla

One of the horizontal structures extending from either side of an airplane's fuselage, designed to provide lift and support in flight

Example

The engineer inspected the airplane 's wing for any signs of damage before the flight.

Inženýr zkontroloval křídlo letadla na jakékoli známky poškození před letem.

The birds flew alongside the plane 's wing as it ascended into the sky.

Ptáci létali podél křídla letadla, když se vyhoupla do nebe.

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křídlo, kuřecí křídlo

meat from the wing of a duck, chicken, etc., eaten as food

Example

Friends shared a platter of crispy chicken wings with tangy dipping sauces at the sports bar.

Přátelé sdíleli tác s křupavými kuřecími křídly a pikantními omáčkami na namáčení v sportovním baru.

I like to eat my spicy chicken wings with pickled vegetables.

Rád jím své pikantní kuřecí křídla s nakládanými zeleninami.

blatník, kryt kola

a barrier that surrounds the wheels of a vehicle to block splashing water or mud

scénické křídlo, křídlo na jevišti

any of the sides of the stage in a theater that is not in the audience's sight

What is a "wing"?

In a theater, a wing is the area to the side of the stage, out of view of the audience. Wings are used to store scenery, props, and costumes, and they provide space for actors to wait and prepare before entering the stage. They allow for smooth transitions and backstage activities without interrupting the performance.

letecké křídlo, vojenské křídlo

a unit of military aircraft

křídlo, flanka

the side of military or naval formation

křídlo, přístavek

a section or extension of a building that projects outwards from the main structure, often creating additional space or serving a specific function

křídlo, frakce

members of a political party or other organization who have a certain function or share certain views

Example

The conservative wing of the party pushed for tax cuts and deregulation.

Konzervativní frakce strany požadovala daňové úlevy a deregulační opatření.

The liberal wing of the legislature championed social justice reforms and environmental protections.

Liberální křídlo legislativy prosazovalo reformy sociální spravedlnosti a ochrany životního prostředí.

křídlo, letový formation - křídlo

(in flight formation) a position to the side and just to the rear of another aircraft

křídlo, útočník na křídle

a forward hockey player who plays on the sides of the center, responsible for scoring goals, assisting plays, and supporting defense

Who is a "wing"?

A wing is a player in sports like soccer or rugby who plays near the sides of the field. Their role is to help score goals, create plays by passing to teammates, and support the defense when needed. Wings are often fast and skilled at handling the ball or puck, making runs along the sides, and taking shots at the goal. They also work with teammates to move the ball or puck forward and are essential in both attacking and defending during the game.

Example

The left wing's shot was deflected into the net for a goal.

The left wing scored a goal with a powerful slap shot.

to wing

SLOVESO

křídlit, přelétat

to travel or navigate through the air

Intransitive