feathery

• Beschreibt etwas, das an Federn erinnert, aus Federn besteht oder damit bedeckt ist; von leichter und weicher Beschaffenheit.

Describes something that resembles, consists of, or is covered with feathers; light and soft in texture.

1. Resembling feathersB2formal

   Having a light, soft, or delicate appearance or texture similar to that of a feather.

   Federartig

   • The plant had feathery leaves that swayed in the breeze.
   • She wore a dress with a feathery pattern on the fabric.
   • The clouds were thin and feathery, scattered across the sky.

   Synonymeairydelicatedownyfeatherlikefluffylightplumoseplumysoftwispy

   Antonymecoarsedenseharshheavyroughthick

2. Covered with feathersB1formal

   Having a natural covering of feathers, typically describing birds or their young.

   Mit Federn bedeckt

   • The feathery chick was just a few days old.
   • The bird's feathery coat kept it warm in winter.
   • The nest was lined with soft, feathery down.

   Synonymefeatheredplumedplumoseplumy

   Antonymebarefeatherlessnakedunfeathered

3. Adorned with feathersB2formal

   Decorated or embellished with feathers or plumes.

   Mit Federn geschmückt

   • The dancer wore a feathery headdress for the performance.
   • Her hat was feathery, with a long plume attached to the side.
   • The costume was elaborate and feathery, with bright colors.

   Synonymefeatheredplumagedplumedplumy