释义 |
underwing I. \ˈ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun Etymology: under (III) + wing 1. : one of the posterior wings of an insect < underwing of a moth > 2. : any of numerous noctuid moths belonging to Catocala and related genera and having the hind wings banded with red and black or other contrasting colors 3. : the surfaces underneath a bird's wing II. adjective Etymology: under (II) + wing, n. : placed or growing underneath the wing < underwing converts > |