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Definition of plumage

plumage

/ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/
plu · mage
Plural:plumages
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Adjective:plumaged
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plumage Lexical Profile

plumage Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

The feathers of a bird considered collectively, including their pattern, arrangement, and coloration.

Example

"The male peacock displays its iridescent plumage during the spring courtship season."

2

Elaborate, colorful, or showy attire and ornamentation worn by a person.

Example

"The festival dancers paraded through the plaza in their vibrant ceremonial plumage."

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• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Old French 'plumage', derived from 'plume' ('feather'), which comes from Latin 'pluma' ('soft feather' or 'down').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Plumage. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/plumage
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