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3 | 20% | 9 | Butterflies in this genus have wings that resemble the shape of bird wings | |
Sporting Wings Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "ALATE" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • (of seeds or insects) having winglike extensions noun
- • A winged, reproductive form of several social insects. adjective
- • Having winglike extensions or parts; winged. adverb
- • Recently; lately; of late.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The alate insect has wings and can fly."
- • "The alate flowers are beautiful and fragrant."
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