plume

/plˈum/

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Definitions

Noun
anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness; "a plume of smoke"; "grass with large plumes"
Noun
a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament
Noun
the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds
Verb
rip off; ask an unreasonable price
Verb
be proud of; "He prides himself on making it into law school"
Verb
deck with a plume; "a plumed helmet"
Verb
clean with one''s bill; "The birds preened"
Verb
form a plume; "The chimneys were pluming the sky"; "The engine was pluming black smoke"
Verb
dress or groom with elaborate care; "She likes to dress when going to the opera"