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1 | 99% | 5 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 31% | 9 | Characteristics of birds with wing feathers oriented obliquely to the long axis of the wing | |
3 | 29% | 14 | Transformation of something into a bastard form | |
Bastard Wing Of Birds Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "ALULA" which means:
- noun
- • Scalelike structure between the base of the wing and the halter of a two-winged fly
- • Tuft of small stiff feathers on the first digit of a bird's wing
An example sentence would be:
- • "The alula is a specialized feather found on the wings of certain birds."
- • "The alula helps birds maintain balance and control while flying."
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New York Times30 Jul 1979 | Across 15 | |
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