What is another word for tired-winged?
Pronunciation: [tˈa͡ɪ͡ədwˈɪŋd] (IPA) 
Tired-winged is a poetic phrase commonly used to describe a bird that looks or suggests fatigue and weariness. Some synonyms for tired-winged include: exhausted-feathered, weary-plumed, fatigued-flying, drained-winged, enervated-feathered, sapped-plumed, depleted-winged, spent-feathered, and burnt-out-plumed. These words evoke a sense of depletion and suggest a bird that is struggling to continue flying. Tired-winged and its synonyms are often used in literature, poetry and song lyrics to describe a bird's state after a long journey or a hard day. These synonyms help to paint a vivid picture of the bird's physical and emotional state.
