wing beat

British  

noun

1. a complete cycle of moving the wing by a bird when flying

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Example Sentences

“They have a massive beak and a slow wing beat,” Jim said, “but they turn into a torpedo in the water.”

From Washington Post

The left wing beat Canucks defenseman Erik Gudbranson in Vancouver’s end and put a hard shot on net.

From Washington Times

He was trying to maintain his composure, but Inej could hear panic pulsing against his words, the startled wing beat of a frightened bird.

From Literature

Seeing as I've been able to keep my attention focused for longer than a hummingbird's wing beat, I'll also mention this is disturbing precedent.

From New York Times

Brandon Tanev’s wrister from a sharp angle on the left wing beat Pekka Rinne for the tiebreaking goal.

From Reuters