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Plume

Ploom

/ˈpluːm/

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Syllable breakdown

plume

Dictionary meaning

The light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds.

Examples

  • A plume of smoke.
  • A plumed helmet.

Synonyms: feather

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