winged

adjective

ˈwiŋd 

also (except for sense 1a(2))

ˈwiŋ-əd 

1

a(1)

: having wings

winged seeds

(2)

: having wings of a specified kind

—used in combination

strong-winged

b

: using wings in flight

2

a

: soaring with or as if with wings : elevated

b

: swift, rapid

Examples of winged in a Sentence

birds and other winged creatures

Recent Examples on the Web

There’s a winged Statue of Liberty, but that’s just poetic license. —Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 24 Apr. 2026

Despite the preliminary approval, the panel’s vice chairman suggested major changes, including the removal of a winged statue on top of the arch that makes up the final third of the 250 foot height Mr. Trump desired. —Marco Hernandez, New York Times, 16 Apr. 2026

Cooper asked how non-winged Fae manage the trip. —Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026

As for her makeup, Ava opted for winged eyeliner, pops of coral blush, and a nude lip. —Hannah Malach, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)

Phrases Containing winged

• blue-winged teal
• green-winged teal
• net-winged
• red-winged blackbird
• two-winged fly
• winged bean
• winged elm

Rhymes for winged

• ringed
• stringed
• tinged