water wing
The term 'water wing' is primarily known as a swimming aid but also has an architectural meaning related to bridge construction.
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Definition
A2Swimming
(common, informal)An inflatable device worn on the upper arms to help a person float and learn to swim.
Example
- Children often use water wings to stay afloat while learning to swim.
- Make sure the water wings are properly inflated before entering the pool.
C1Architecture
(technical, archaic)A wall built on the bank of a river next to a bridge to protect the bridge's foundations from the current.
Example
- The engineers designed water wings to safeguard the bridge from erosion.
- Water wings were essential in the construction of the old stone bridge.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "water wing":
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