feather

/ˈfɛð.ə(ɹ)/

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Definition

Feather is a light, soft, and fluffy material that covers the wings and bodies of birds. It is made up of tiny, overlapping structures called barbs, which give feathers their unique shape and texture. Feathers are essential for flight, insulation, and camouflage in the animal kingdom.

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Conjugation

"feather" as noun

1 - A branching, hair-like structure that grows on the bodies of birds, used for flight, swimming, protection and display.

2 - Long hair on the lower legs of a dog or horse, especially a draft horse, notably the Clydesdale breed. Narrowly only the rear hair.

3 - One of the fins or wings on the shaft of an arrow.

"feather" as verb

1 - To cover or furnish with feathers.

2 - To arrange in the manner or appearance of feathers.

3 - To rotate the oars while they are out of the water to reduce wind resistance.

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Synonyms

1 - down

2 - plumage

3 - quill

4 - wing

5 - bristle

6 - tuft

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Antonyms

1 - stone

2 - metal

3 - wood

4 - plastic

5 - concrete

6 - brick

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Examples in Context

1 - He knocked a feather off the table with a swift motion.

1 - Con un movimiento rápido, tiró una pluma de la mesa.

2 - The feather was very light, barely floating down to the ground.

2 - La pluma era tan ligera que apenas flotaba al caer al suelo.

3 - After using the feather duster, the room looked spotless and fresh.

3 - Después de usar el plumero , la habitación quedó impecable y fresca.

4 - The soft bristles of the feather duster were perfect for delicate items.

4 - Las suaves cerdas del plumero eran perfectas para los objetos delicados.

5 - He admired the down feather details on his new insulated winter coat.

5 - Él admiraba los detalles de plumón en su nuevo abrigo de invierno aislante.

6 - A pillow stuffed with down feather feels luxurious and soft to sleep on.

6 - Una almohada rellena de plumón se siente lujosa y suave para dormir.

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Word in Motion

Going Down Feather GIF by The Weight

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Pink Friday GIF by MissAllThingsAwesome

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life falling GIF by Irdor

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