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Definition of wingtip

wingtip

/ˈwɪŋ.tɪp/
wing · tip
Plural:wingtips
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wingtip Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The outermost extremity of the wing of a bird, insect, or aircraft.

Example

"Navigation lights are mounted on each wingtip of the aircraft to ensure visibility at night."

2

A classic style of leather dress shoe featuring a pointed toe cap with decorative perforations and side extensions that sweep back toward the arch of the foot.

Example

"He polished his brown leather wingtips before heading to the board meeting."

3

A pointed, wing-shaped piece of leather perforated with decorative holes that covers the toe of a brogue shoe.

Example

"The cobbler carefully stitched the perforated wingtip onto the front of the shoe."

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• Nearby Words

wingspread
wingstem
wingsuit
wingtip
wink
winker
winkle

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