Wingspan
noun
The distance from the tip of one wing of a bird or airplane to the tip of the other wing.
The condor has one of the largest wingspans of any bird.
Often appears as...
- bird's wingspan
- aircraft wingspan
noun
The range or extent of something's influence, operation, or effectiveness.
The company's wingspan of operations spans five continents.
Often appears as...
- company's wingspan
- wingspan of operations
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noun
The distance from the tip of one wing of a bird or airplane to the tip of the other wing.
The condor has one of the largest wingspans of any bird.
Often appears as...
- bird's wingspan
- aircraft wingspan
noun
The range or extent of something's influence, operation, or effectiveness.
The company's wingspan of operations spans five continents.
Often appears as...
- company's wingspan
- wingspan of operations
Usage tips
Formal
Business
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Measurable Dimension
Wingspan is a tangible measure, usually in feet or meters, used for comparing sizes of flying creatures or aircraft.
The eagle's wingspan can reach over 2 meters.
Pro Tip 2/3Natural vs. Man-made
Wingspan can refer to both living birds or insects and constructed aircraft, highlighting their span similarities.
The airplane's design was inspired by the impressive wingspan of an albatross.
Pro Tip 3/3Accessibility
Wingspan is a term recognized by both experts and the general public, used commonly in nature documentaries or airports.
Tourists often marvel at the wingspan of migratory birds overhead.
Pro Tip 1/3Measurable Dimension
Wingspan is a tangible measure, usually in feet or meters, used for comparing sizes of flying creatures or aircraft.
The eagle's wingspan can reach over 2 meters.
Pro Tip 2/3Natural vs. Man-made
Wingspan can refer to both living birds or insects and constructed aircraft, highlighting their span similarities.
The airplane's design was inspired by the impressive wingspan of an albatross.
Pro Tip 3/3Accessibility
Wingspan is a term recognized by both experts and the general public, used commonly in nature documentaries or airports.
Tourists often marvel at the wingspan of migratory birds overhead.
Pro Tip 1/3Measurable Dimension
Wingspan is a tangible measure, usually in feet or meters, used for comparing sizes of flying creatures or aircraft.
The eagle's wingspan can reach over 2 meters.
Pro Tip 2/3Natural vs. Man-made
Wingspan can refer to both living birds or insects and constructed aircraft, highlighting their span similarities.
The airplane's design was inspired by the impressive wingspan of an albatross.
Pro Tip 3/3Accessibility
Wingspan is a term recognized by both experts and the general public, used commonly in nature documentaries or airports.
Tourists often marvel at the wingspan of migratory birds overhead.
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The popularity, plight...
is the albatross, a bird known for its enormous wingspan and extraordinary soaring abilities. It may seem strange that losing the ability to fly would be an evolutionary advantage, but the penguin's short, flipper-like wings and solid bones allow them to swim faster and dive deeper
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Meet the World's Biggest...
they're an imposing sight but these black flying foxes are just big harmless bats the biggest in the world their wingspan can reach a whopping six feet given that the world's smallest bat species weighs less than a penny that's pretty big
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Inside the new Old World...
wingspan flying reptiles rule the skies dissecting one of these strange creatures with long slender jaws and multi-layered complex wing membranes would be one of the most interesting
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Albatrosses' Life-Long...
that is the biggest third on the planet each one of those wings is as wide as i am told the wandering albatrosses wingspan is over 11 feet wide i mean just imagine living life like
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Hunting for dinosaurs...
Dragonflies with the wingspan of an eagle and pill bugs the length of a car really existed. Why study the ancient past? Because it gives us perspective and humility.
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Tiger Shark vs....
here's a rare sight in Hawaii an adult albatross on land the lays an albatross with a wingspan over six feet was born to soar they're creatures of the wind
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Red-Tailed Hawk vs....
enter the red-tailed hawk with a wingspan reaching nearly 5 feet it's one of the largest Hawk species in the world the vertebra wastes no time it swoops
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Meet the World's Biggest...
black flying foxes are just big harmless bats the biggest in the world their wingspan can reach a whopping six feet given that the world's smallest bat
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Best Of Frogs PIPE Top 5 PIPE...
looking for a mate it's the roger brooks bird wing it's got the most impressive wingspan these are incredibly rare here the simple fact that they're
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Red-Tailed Hawk vs....
its fangs into enter the red-tailed hawk with a wingspan reaching nearly 5 feet it's one of the largest Hawk species in the world
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The popularity, plight...
is the albatross, a bird known for its enormous wingspan and extraordinary soaring abilities. It may seem strange that losing the ability to fly would be an evolutionary advantage, but the penguin's short, flipper-like wings and solid bones allow them to swim faster and dive deeper
Video examples
Meet the World's Biggest...
they're an imposing sight but these black flying foxes are just big harmless bats the biggest in the world their wingspan can reach a whopping six feet given that the world's smallest bat species weighs less than a penny that's pretty big
Video examples
Inside the new Old World...
wingspan flying reptiles rule the skies dissecting one of these strange creatures with long slender jaws and multi-layered complex wing membranes would be one of the most interesting
Video examples
Albatrosses' Life-Long...
that is the biggest third on the planet each one of those wings is as wide as i am told the wandering albatrosses wingspan is over 11 feet wide i mean just imagine living life like
Video examples
Hunting for dinosaurs...
Dragonflies with the wingspan of an eagle and pill bugs the length of a car really existed. Why study the ancient past? Because it gives us perspective and humility.
Video examples
Tiger Shark vs....
here's a rare sight in Hawaii an adult albatross on land the lays an albatross with a wingspan over six feet was born to soar they're creatures of the wind
Video examples
Red-Tailed Hawk vs....
enter the red-tailed hawk with a wingspan reaching nearly 5 feet it's one of the largest Hawk species in the world the vertebra wastes no time it swoops
Video examples
Meet the World's Biggest...
black flying foxes are just big harmless bats the biggest in the world their wingspan can reach a whopping six feet given that the world's smallest bat
Video examples
Best Of Frogs PIPE Top 5 PIPE...
looking for a mate it's the roger brooks bird wing it's got the most impressive wingspan these are incredibly rare here the simple fact that they're
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Red-Tailed Hawk vs....
its fangs into enter the red-tailed hawk with a wingspan reaching nearly 5 feet it's one of the largest Hawk species in the world
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Miranda Hart
English Actress
Being tall when I was youngerl I was always a bit awkward. As a teenager, I was very, very thin, so I was very gangly and limby, and would sweep things off the table without realising how big my wingspan was - just out of control. A lot of women write to me and say, 'I'm six foot and exactly the same happens' - that's been lovely therapy.
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Patrick Beverley
American Basketball Player
I'm a 6'1' guard, but I'm blessed to have a wingspan of 6'7'. I have good lateral movement. For me, fighting over screens and using my hands, I kind of get tips on the ball. People don't understand getting a hand on the ball - not just stealing it - means a lot, especially in this league because everything happens so fast.
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Matt Kuchar
American Athlete
I'm John McEnroe-like. I'm coming forward every opportunity I get. My wingspan covers some ground at the net. My serve is OK. I can move it around enough. My groundstrokes are good enough to hang in a rally with a good player. But generally, my goal is to put away a point quickly.
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Odell Beckham, Jr.
American Athlete
I have big hands - I wear either a XXXL or XXL glove. I have a 6-8 wingspan on a 5-11 body - I can dunk. My wingspan allows me to do a lot of things that other people at my height might not be able to do.
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Paul Millsap
American Basketball Player
A lot of people judge you on your height, your wingspan, but it's really about the will and the determination that defines a person.
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Tyler Herro
American Basketball Player
I didn't really know my wingspan was that short until it got measured. Either way, I was good with whatever my arm length is.
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LaMarcus Aldridge
American Athlete
I think my wingspan helps me out on defense, because I can cover a little more ground and block a few more shots.
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C. J. McCollum
American Athlete
When you have an almost seven-foot wingspan and can guard multiple positions, you're going to get minutes.
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Miranda Hart
English Actress
Being tall when I was youngerl I was always a bit awkward. As a teenager, I was very, very thin, so I was very gangly and limby, and would sweep things off the table without realising how big my wingspan was - just out of control. A lot of women write to me and say, 'I'm six foot and exactly the same happens' - that's been lovely therapy.
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Patrick Beverley
American Basketball Player
I'm a 6'1' guard, but I'm blessed to have a wingspan of 6'7'. I have good lateral movement. For me, fighting over screens and using my hands, I kind of get tips on the ball. People don't understand getting a hand on the ball - not just stealing it - means a lot, especially in this league because everything happens so fast.
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Matt Kuchar
American Athlete
I'm John McEnroe-like. I'm coming forward every opportunity I get. My wingspan covers some ground at the net. My serve is OK. I can move it around enough. My groundstrokes are good enough to hang in a rally with a good player. But generally, my goal is to put away a point quickly.
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Odell Beckham, Jr.
American Athlete
I have big hands - I wear either a XXXL or XXL glove. I have a 6-8 wingspan on a 5-11 body - I can dunk. My wingspan allows me to do a lot of things that other people at my height might not be able to do.
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Paul Millsap
American Basketball Player
A lot of people judge you on your height, your wingspan, but it's really about the will and the determination that defines a person.
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Tyler Herro
American Basketball Player
I didn't really know my wingspan was that short until it got measured. Either way, I was good with whatever my arm length is.
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LaMarcus Aldridge
American Athlete
I think my wingspan helps me out on defense, because I can cover a little more ground and block a few more shots.
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C. J. McCollum
American Athlete
When you have an almost seven-foot wingspan and can guard multiple positions, you're going to get minutes.
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