English dictionary

plume

/pl/u/m/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness

noun.shape

Examples
A plume of smoke.

Grass with large plumes.

Source: WordNet 3.0
a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament

noun.artifact

Source: WordNet 3.0
the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds

noun.animal

Synonyms feather plumage

Source: WordNet 3.0
A feather; esp., a soft, downy feather, or a long, conspicuous, or handsome feather.

noun

Source: webster1913

rip off; ask an unreasonable price

verb.possession

Synonyms fleece gazump hook overcharge pluck rob soak surcharge

Antonyms undercharge

Source: WordNet 3.0
be proud of

verb.emotion

Synonyms congratulate pride

Source: WordNet 3.0
deck with a plume

verb.creation

Examples
A plumed helmet.

Source: WordNet 3.0
clean with one's bill

verb.contact

Synonyms preen

Source: WordNet 3.0
form a plume

verb.change

Source: WordNet 3.0
dress or groom with elaborate care

verb.body

Synonyms dress preen primp

Source: WordNet 3.0
To pick and adjust the plumes or feathers of; to dress or prink.

verb

Source: webster1913