feather
/ˈfɛðər/
verb
- To turn the blades of a propeller or oar so that they are parallel to the direction of motion, reducing resistance.
- He learned to feather the oars smoothly to keep the boat quiet on the lake.
- The rowing coach taught the team how to feather their blades at the end of each stroke.
- The pilot feathered the propeller to reduce drag during the emergency landing.
- To cover or decorate with feathers.
- The artisan feathered the mask with colorful plumes for the festival.
- The costume designer feathered the headdress with ostrich feathers.
- They feathered the arrows to make them fly straight.
noun
- One of the light, soft structures that cover a bird's body.
- The peacock spread its colorful feathers to attract a mate.
- She found a small white feather on the ground in the park.
- The bird lost a bright blue feather during its flight.
- A single piece of something that looks or feels like a bird's feather, often used for decoration or writing.
- The writer dipped a feather in ink to sign the document.
- The pillow was filled with soft goose feathers.
- She wore a long feather in her hat for the costume party.
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