Alae
4 lettersnounrareUpdated June 2026
Definition
Plural of ala; wing-like anatomical structures or extensions.
“The alae of the nose flared as she breathed deeply.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
a·lae
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Synonyms
wingsflanges
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Three vowels — very vowel-heavy.
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Scrabble
Worth 4 points. Low scoring.
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