Pronunciation: [ʌnwˈɪŋd] (IPA) 
The word "unwinged" is spelled with the prefix "un-" which means "not" or "lacking". The base word "winged" is spelled with the /w/ sound at the beginning, followed by the long vowel sound /i/ and the /ŋ/ sound made by the two letters "ng". To pronounce "unwinged", begin with the /ʌ/ sound, followed by the same pronunciation of the base word "winged". This word means "without wings" or "having no ability to fly".
The term "unwinged" refers to something that lacks wings or is devoid of the ability to fly. It is an adjective derived from the combination of the prefix "un-", which signifies negation, and the noun "wing," which denotes the specialized appendages found in certain animals that enable them to fly.
In the realm of biology and zoology, "unwinged" is often used to describe organisms that do not possess wings naturally. For instance, snakes, mammals, and certain reptiles are typically characterized as "unwinged" creatures due to their inability to fly or lack of wing-like structures. In the context of insects, it is used to describe a stage in their life cycle where they have not yet developed wings, such as in the larval or nymph stages.
Additionally, the term "unwinged" can extend beyond the realm of physical wings to metaphorically describe a situation or concept. For example, in literature or poetry, it may be employed to describe a feeling of being grounded or lacking freedom and the ability to soar or reach new heights. Similarly, in a figurative sense, "unwinged" can imply a lack of speed, agility, or flight-like qualities in tasks, actions, or ideas.
Overall, "unwinged" describes the absence of wings, whether in a literal or metaphorical sense, and refers to the state of not having the capability to fly.
Not provided with wings.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
The word "unwinged" is formed by the prefix "un-" combined with the word "winged". The prefix "un-" is derived from Old English and is used to negate or reverse the meaning of the word it is attached to. In this case, "un-" negates the word "winged", meaning without wings. The word "winged" is derived from the Middle English word "wenged", which is further derived from the Old English word "wenge", meaning wing.
