1. the distance from tip to tip of a bird’s or aircraft’s outstretched wings

Examples

• The eagle’s wingspan measured over seven feet.
• The Boeing 747 has a wingspan of 195 feet.
• Scientists measured the butterfly’s wingspan at four inches.
• The albatross has the largest wingspan of any living bird.
• The fighter jet’s wingspan allows for incredible maneuverability.
• Researchers study wingspan to understand flight patterns.