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feathering

 

[ หˆfษ›รฐษ™rษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

bird anatomy

Feathering refers to the covering of feathers on a bird's body. It plays a crucial role in insulation, waterproofing, and aiding flight. Birds with various feathering patterns exhibit diverse functions and adaptations to their environments. The arrangement and structure of the feathers also contribute significantly to a bird's ability to camouflage or display during mating rituals.

Synonyms

down, feathers, plumage

Examples of usage

  • The eagle's feathering helps it soar high in the sky.
  • Ducklings have soft feathering that protects them from cold water.
  • The peacock's colorful feathering is a key feature during courtship.
Context #2 | Noun

art technique

In art, feathering refers to a technique used to create a soft transition between colors or shades. Artists utilize feathering to achieve subtle gradations of tone, blending edges seamlessly to enhance depth or realism. This method is commonly employed in painting, drawing, and digital art to impart a smoother aesthetic.

Synonyms

blending, gradating, smoothing

Examples of usage

  • The artist used feathering to blend the sky into the horizon.
  • Feathering techniques in her portrait heightened the lifelike quality.
  • In digital art, feathering is essential for soft shadows.

Translations

Translations of the word "feathering" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น plumagem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเค‚เค–เฅ‹เค‚ เค•เคพ เค•เคพเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Federung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ penyematan bulu

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ piรณra

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็พฝๆฏ›ๅŠ ๅทฅ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท plumage

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ plumaje

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท tรผyleme

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๊นƒํ„ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูŠุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ peล™รญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ perie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็พฝๆฏ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ perje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fjรถรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›าฑัั‚ั‹าฃ า›ะฐัƒั‹ั€ัั‹ะฝั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒฃแƒ›แƒ‘แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tรผk

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pluma

Etymology

The term 'feathering' comes from the word 'feather,' which has its origins in the Old English 'feรฐer,' akin to the Proto-Germanic 'feรพrล.' The suffix '-ing' is a common formative in English that indicates a noun derived from a verb, signifying the action or process related to the root word. Feathering has been in use since the late 14th century, initially describing the process or state of being covered in feathers, especially in birds. Over time, its application expanded into various fields such as art and design, where it was adopted to describe techniques of softening edges and blending colors. The versatility of the term reflects its evolution alongside linguistic and cultural shifts, showcasing how language adapts to capture new concepts and techniques.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,615, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.