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underwings
noun(un-der-wing)
one of the posterior wings of an insect
underwings
noun(un-der-wing)
any of various noctuid moths (especially genus Catocala) that have the hind wings banded with contrasting colors (such as red and black) —called also underwing moth
underwings
noun(un-der-wing)
the underside of a bird's wing
underwings
noun(un-der-wing)
one of the movable feathered or membranous paired appendages by means of which a bird, bat, or insect is able to fly; also : such an appendage even though rudimentary if possessed by an animal belonging to a group characterized by the power of flight
underwings
noun(un-der-wing)
any of various anatomical structures (as of a flying fish or flying lemur) providing means of limited flight
underwings
noun(un-der-wing)
an appendage or part resembling a wing in appearance, position, or function: such as

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