anglewing

[ang-guhl-wing]

an·gle·wing

[ang-guhl-wing]
noun
any of several nymphalid butterflies, especially of the genus Polygonia, having angular notches on the outer edges of the forewings.

Origin:
1900–05, Americanism; angle1 + wing
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Anglewing is always a great word to know.
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an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
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anglewing

noun
nymphalid butterfly having angular notches on the outer edges of the forewings 
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