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Bold, timeless, and universally flattering, these lipsticks come in matte, satin, and creamy options that pair seamlessly with soft glam makeup, a winged eyeliner, or a minimalist look.—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 16 Dec. 2025 Gomez kept her nails short and styled the mani with a high ponytail, winged liner, and glowy skin.—Kara Nesvig, Allure, 16 Dec. 2025 Pennywise transforming into a giant winged creature before being vanquished is a nod to the creature's manifestation as a giant bird that terrorizes Mike Hanlon in the book.—Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Dec. 2025 The singer tied everything together with her trademark red lipstick and winged eyeliner.—Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 10 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for winged
Word History
First Known Use
14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a(1)
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The first known use of winged was
in the 14th century
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