NYT Dictionary

WINGDING

/ˈwɪŋdiːŋ/
NounWING-dingwing-ding · 2 syllablesGrade 7

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2024, 2025

Meaning

A fit or spasm.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Reduplication of wing (“arm”).

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

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NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles:

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