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wing tip

/ˈwɪŋ tɪp/

Übersetzung: Schuhform, meist ein formeller Oxford oder Derby, die sich durch eine spitz zulaufende Schuhspitze mit dekorativer Lochverzierung (Brogue) auszeichnet, die sich an den Seiten entlangzieht und an die Form eines Vogelflügels erinnert.

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B1formalcommon/ˈwɪŋ tɪp/

A type of shoe, typically a formal Oxford or Derby, characterized by a pointed toe cap with decorative perforations (broguing) that extend along the sides, resembling the shape of a bird's wing.

  • 🇩🇪Schuhform, meist ein formeller Oxford oder Derby, die sich durch eine spitz zulaufende Schuhspitze mit dekorativer Lochverzierung (Brogue) auszeichnet, die sich an den Seiten entlangzieht und an die Form eines Vogelflügels erinnert.
  1. Aircraft part B2 formal

    The outermost end of an airplane's wing, often shaped to reduce drag and improve aerodynamics.

    • The wing tip of the plane was damaged during the storm.
    • Engineers designed a new wing tip to improve fuel efficiency.
    • The aircraft's wing tip lights help with visibility at night.

    🇩🇪Flügelspitze

  2. Shoe style B2 formal

    A type of men's dress shoe characterized by a pointed toe cap with a decorative perforated pattern (broguing) that extends along the sides.

    • He wore a pair of classic brown wing tip shoes to the wedding.
    • Wing tip shoes are considered a timeless style in men's fashion.
    • She polished her leather wing tips before the business meeting.

    🇩🇪Schuhstil