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1. Noun. A flat wing-shaped process or winglike part of an organism. "The flat petals of a pea blossom are alae"

Generic synonyms: Appendage, Outgrowth, Process
Derivative terms: Alary, Alate

2. Noun. A wing of an insect.

Generic synonyms: Wing
Group relationships: Insect
Derivative terms: Alary, Alate

1. n. A winglike organ, or part.

1. a wing or winglike part [n ALAE]

1. A winglike organ, or part. Origin: L, a wing. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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