winglike

American  

[wing-lahyk] / ˈwɪŋˌlaɪk /

adjective

1. resembling a wing.

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Etymology

Origin of winglike

wing + -like

Example Sentences

The statuesque Ms. Chapa wears a silvery unitard that bares her shoulders and arms to allow for winglike moments.

From The Wall Street Journal

Although they lack the true wings of birds and bats, these frogs use extensive webbing between their toes as a winglike surface to slow their descent.

From Scientific American

Foiling refers to the use of watercraft with hydrofoils, winglike appendages that protrude from the bottoms of boats and boards.

From Washington Post

Snap a photo next to photogenic silver, winglike public art sculptures.

From Washington Post

After the animal died, conditions on the sea floor were just right to preserve its soft tissue and long, winglike fins.

From Science Magazine