marabou

• Substantivo que designa uma grande cegonha africana de plumagem preta e branca, conhecida pelas penas macias das asas usadas como adorno em roupas; também se refere a essas penas usadas como enfeite.

A noun referring to a large African stork with black-and-white plumage, known for its downy underwing feathers that are used to trim garments.

1. C1formalscientific

   A large African stork with black and white plumage, known for feeding on carrion and having downy underwing feathers used in fashion.

   Cegonha africana de grande porte

   • The marabou stood silently by the riverbank, scanning for food.
   • Marabou storks are often seen near savannah waterholes.
   • The bird's distinctive pinkish throat pouch is a key identifying feature.

2. Feather trimmingC1formalart

   The soft, downy feathers from the marabou stork, used as decorative trimming on clothing and accessories.

   Marabu

   • Her evening gown was trimmed with delicate marabou feathers.
   • The hat featured a striking marabou plume.
   • Marabou was once a popular material for luxury fashion items.