Definitions

from the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English.

  • noun rare Power or skill in flying.

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  • noun Power or skill in flying.
  • noun friendship in the form of a wingman.

Etymologies

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From wing, in imitation of horsemanship.

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Examples

  • Photo by Stacy Johnson/Times Record News 7,000 airmen, soldiers and sailors at Sheppard Air Force Base run a three-mile Wing Run to promote camaraderie and wingmanship on Wingman Day at the base Thursday afternoon.

    Times Record News Stories 2009

  • A native of Plano, Texas, Sergeant Barger volunteered four hours at Troy's Place, providing wingmanship to over 100 visitors.

    unknown title 2009

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