Is there any difference between "play it by ear" and "wing it"?

Is there any difference between "play it by ear" and "wing it"? Thank you.

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YoMomma · 41-45

Different origins, same meaning? Going without a preset plan? Deciding on the go?

corta24 · 41-45, M

@YoMomma Thanks for the answer, but I don't understand what you mean.

YoMomma · 41-45

@corta24 playing by ear i presume comes from music .. playing without notes ..