aigrette
/ˈeɪɡrɛt/
noun
- A tuft or spray of feathers, flowers, or jewels worn as a head ornament or decoration.
- The dancer's costume included a sparkling aigrette in her hair.
- The aigrette of egret feathers was once a popular fashion accessory.
- He bought an antique aigrette made of silver and turquoise for his collection.
- A small heron or egret, especially one with long, delicate plumes.
- An aigrette stood motionless in the shallow water, waiting for fish.
- We spotted a beautiful aigrette with snowy white feathers near the marsh.
- The aigrette's plumes were once highly sought after for hats.