pinwing

/ˈpɪnwɪŋ/

Definitions

1. noun

A small wing or fin, typically on an insect or a bird, used for stabilization or steering.

“The pinwing of the dragonfly allowed it to navigate through the dense forest.”

Synonyms

  • finlet
  • winglet

Antonyms

  • stabilizer
  • wingtip