redwing noun. ['rɛdwɪŋ] M17.
[from RED adjective + WING noun.]
1. a. A migratory northern European thrush, Turdus iliacus, distinguished by red patches on the flanks and undersides of the wings. M17.
b. Any of various other red-winged birds, esp. the red-winged blackbird and the red-winged francolin. L18.

2. A small sailing boat with red sails. rare. L19.

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