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- [ree-meks]
- /ˈri mɛks/
- /ˌriːˈmɪgz /
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- [ree-meks]
- /ˈri mɛks/
Definitions of remiges word
- noun plural remiges one of the flight feathers of the wing. 1
- noun plural remiges the large quill feathers of a bird's wing; the primary and secondary contour feathers 0
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Origin of remiges
First appearance:
before 1665 One of the 47% oldest English words
1665-75; < Latin rēmex oarsman, equivalent to rēm(us) oar + -eg- combining form of agere to drive, do (see act) + -s nominative singular ending
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Parts of speech for Remiges
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remiges popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data about 67% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.
remiges usage trend in Literature
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