wingspan

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Definitions

n.

The distance from one wingtip to the other of a bird, insect, or aircraft

翼展(鸟、昆虫或飞机两翼尖端之间的距离)

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English
wingother
+
spanother
=wingspan

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The wingspan of the condor extends up to three meters, making it the largest bird.

  • 2.

    Scientists measured the wingspan of various bird species to study evolutionary adaptation.

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