ala

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Estimated CEFR level: B1 — Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a flat wing-shaped process or winglike part of an organism
  2. noun a wing of an insect

Etymology

Originated from 1730–40, borrowed from Latin āla (“wing”). Doublet of aisle.

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