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Feather

noun

a light covering on a bird

7 letters 2 syllables

What does Feather mean?

a light covering on a bird

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Dictionary definition

One of the light, soft coverings that grow on a bird.

Example sentences

Feather in a sentence

easy

A feather fell from the bird.

medium

The feather was light enough to float in the air.

hard

Birds use feathers for warmth, flight, and display.

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Practice 1

What does feather mean?

Practice 2

Which word or phrase is closest in meaning to feather?

Practice 3

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Feather

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Synonyms

Words like Feather

plumeClose in meaning in many contexts.
quillClose in meaning in many contexts.
Antonyms

Opposite words

bare skinUseful contrast for understanding the word.
scaleUseful contrast for understanding the word.
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Word family

Feather word family

Base word

feather

noun

feathers

Plural form of feather.

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