Plume ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Plume ( noun )

1. A feather or group of feathers, especially one forming part of a bird's tail or wing.
2. A decorative feather, often in a woman's hat or headdress.
3. A large feather or plume-shaped object, typically one used as a symbol of honor or distinction.

Origin:

Middle english plume, from anglo-french, from latin pluma feather.

Examples:

1. The bird had a bright red plume on its head.
2. She wore a hat adorned with a white plume.
3. He was awarded a plume for his bravery in battle.
4. The dancers wore headdresses with long colorful plumes.
5. The plume on the helmet of the soldier is a symbol of his rank.

(As a verb)

Plume ( verb )

1. A feather or group of feathers, especially one forming part of a bird's tail or wing.
2. A decorative feather, often in a woman's hat or headdress.
3. A large feather or plume-shaped object, typically one used as a symbol of honor or distinction.

Origin:

Middle english plume, from anglo-french, from latin pluma feather.

Examples:

1. The bird had a bright red plume on its head.
2. She wore a hat adorned with a white plume.
3. He was awarded a plume for his bravery in battle.
4. The dancers wore headdresses with long colorful plumes.
5. The plume on the helmet of the soldier is a symbol of his rank.