plume (Meaning)
plume (n)
anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness
a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament
the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds
plume (v)
rip off; ask an unreasonable price
be proud of
deck with a plume
clean with one's bill
form a plume
dress or groom with elaborate care
plume (v.)
A feather; esp., a soft, downy feather, or a long, conspicuous, or handsome feather.
An ornamental tuft of feathers.
A feather, or group of feathers, worn as an ornament; a waving ornament of hair, or other material resembling feathers.
A token of honor or prowess; that on which one prides himself; a prize or reward.
A large and flexible panicle of inflorescence resembling a feather, such as is seen in certain large ornamental grasses.
plume (v. t.)
To pick and adjust the plumes or feathers of; to dress or prink.
To strip of feathers; to pluck; to strip; to pillage; also, to peel.
To adorn with feathers or plumes.
To pride; to vaunt; to boast; -- used reflexively; as, he plumes himself on his skill.
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plume Sentence Examples
- The majestic tail feathers of the peacock formed a vibrant plume behind it.
- The volcanic eruption spewed an enormous plume of ash and gas into the atmosphere.
- The plume of smoke from the burning factory billowed high into the sky.
- The chemical reaction created a dense, suffocating plume of fumes.
- The plume of steam from the cooling tower billowed out over the landscape.
- The plume of water from the open faucet formed a graceful arc.
- The plume of hairspray from the can styled the model's locks perfectly.
- The plume of feathers from the molting bird scattered across the room.
- The plume of dust from the passing car obscured the view.
- The plume of smoke from the wildfire was visible for miles around.
FAQs About the word plume
anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness, a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament, the light horny waterproof structure forming the
award, accolade,prize, ribbon, trophy, plate, premium, crown, laurel, blue ribbon
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The majestic tail feathers of the peacock formed a vibrant plume behind it.
The volcanic eruption spewed an enormous plume of ash and gas into the atmosphere.
The plume of smoke from the burning factory billowed high into the sky.
The chemical reaction created a dense, suffocating plume of fumes.
