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plumage

/ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/

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noun

/ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/C1formal
  • ruСуществительное, обозначающее лёгкую, роговую и водонепроницаемую структуру, образующую внешний покров птиц и состоящую из перьев.

A noun referring to the light, horny, and waterproof structure that forms the external covering of birds, consisting of feathers.

uncountable

  1. Feathers of a birdB2formal

    The layer of feathers that cover a bird's body, providing insulation, waterproofing, and often coloration for display or camouflage.

    ruОперение

    • The peacock's vibrant plumage is used to attract mates.
    • Birds molt their plumage once or twice a year.
    • The eagle's plumage is thick and waterproof.

    Synonymsfeathering

Forms
  • plumages plural form
  • plumages' possessive plural form
  • plumage's possessive singular form