feathering (Meaning)
feathering (n)
turning an oar parallel to the water between pulls
feathering (n.)
Same as Foliation.
The act of turning the blade of the oar, as it rises from the water in rowing, from a vertical to a horizontal position. See To feather an oar, under Feather, v. t.
feathering (v. t.)
A covering of feathers.
Synonyms & Antonyms of feathering
feathering Sentence Examples
- The bird's colorful feathers were meticulously arranged in a captivating feathering pattern.
- Anglers employed the feathering technique to cast their lines effortlessly and accurately.
- As the artist delicately applied short, feathery strokes to the canvas, a sense of lightness and movement emerged.
- In archery, adept archers use feathering to stabilize their arrows, ensuring precise flight.
- The boat's sails billowed and rippled in the breeze, resembling the soft, feathery texture of a bird's wings.
- As the boxer feinted and dodged, his movements became a dance, his footwork feathering across the ring.
- In fly fishing, the rhythmic feathering of the rod tip imparts lifelike motion to the fly, enticing curious fish.
- The clouds above painted a picturesque scene, their edges feathering into delicate wisps and streaks of color.
- The pianist's fingers danced across the keys, creating a light and feathery melody that filled the room.
- The carpenter carefully feathered the edges of the wooden plank to achieve a smooth, seamless fit.
FAQs About the word feathering
turning an oar parallel to the water between pullsSame as Foliation., The act of turning the blade of the oar, as it rises from the water in rowing, from a vert
poling,pulling, sculling, kayaking, canoeing, rowing,punting,paddling, oaring
spoiling, stripping, marring, spoiling,scarring, revealing, revealing, streamlining, disfiguring, exposing
The bird's colorful feathers were meticulously arranged in a captivating feathering pattern.
Anglers employed the feathering technique to cast their lines effortlessly and accurately.
As the artist delicately applied short, feathery strokes to the canvas, a sense of lightness and movement emerged.
In archery, adept archers use feathering to stabilize their arrows, ensuring precise flight.
