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Definition of wingspan

wingspan

/ˈwɪŋ.spæn/
wing · span
Plural:wingspans
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wingspan Lexical Profile

wingspan Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The maximum distance from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other on an aircraft, bird, bat, or insect when fully extended.

Example

"The wandering albatross has the largest wingspan of any living bird, often exceeding eleven feet."

2

American The distance from fingertip to fingertip of a person's arms when stretched out horizontally to the sides, especially in sports such as basketball or swimming.

Example

"The basketball player's impressive wingspan allows him to block shots and secure rebounds with ease."

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• Nearby Words

wingman
wingnut
wings
wingspan
wingspread
wingstem
wingsuit

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wingspan. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wingspan
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