töyhtö — meaning in English

English meaning

• crest noun The highest point of something, such as a hill or wave.
• plume noun A large, often decorative feather, or a cluster of feathers.
• tuft noun A small bunch of hair, grass, feathers, or similar strands bunched together at the base.

Senses

töyhtö is used for these senses in English:

• crest A tuft, or other natural ornament, growing on an animal's head, for example the comb of a cockerel, the swelling on the head of a snake, the lengthened feathers of the crown or nape of bird, etc.
• crest The plume of feathers, or other decoration, worn on or displayed on a helmet; the distinctive ornament of a helmet.
• plume (archaic, literary, and, poetic) A cluster of feathers worn as an ornament, especially on a helmet; a hackle.
• tuft A bunch of feathers, grass or hair, etc., held together at the base.

crest — full definition

1. noun The highest point of something, such as a hill or wave.
2. noun A tuft of feathers or fur on an animal's head, or a decorative emblem, especially of a family or institution.
3. verb To reach the top of something, or to rise to a peak.

plume — full definition

1. noun A large, often decorative feather, or a cluster of feathers.
2. noun A rising column of smoke, dust, or similar substance.
3. verb Of a bird: to smooth and arrange its feathers.
4. verb To feel proud of oneself, often excessively.

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