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plumage

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Noun — All of the feathers covering a bird's body.

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bright plumage breeding plumage

Etymology

From French "plumage", built from "plume" (feather) plus the suffix "-age", denoting a collection.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “plumage” mean?

The word “plumage” means all of the feathers covering a bird's body. In plain terms, a bird's feathers as a whole, especially their colour and pattern.

How do you pronounce “plumage”?

“Plumage” is pronounced PLOO-mihj (/ˈplumɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).

How do you use “plumage” in a sentence?

Here is “plumage” used in a sentence: “The peacock's plumage shimmered in the sunlight.”

What part of speech is “plumage”?

“Plumage” is a noun.

Where does the word “plumage” come from?

The word “plumage” comes from French. From French "plumage", built from "plume" (feather) plus the suffix "-age", denoting a collection.

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