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plume

 

[ pluːm ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

writing instrument

A feather or cluster of feathers used as a decoration or ornament, especially on a hat or helmet.

Synonyms

decoration, feather, ornament

Examples of usage

  • The soldier's helmet was adorned with a plume of colorful feathers.
  • She wore a stylish hat with a large plume on the side.
Context #2 | Noun

geology

A long, feather-like cloud of smoke or vapor.

Synonyms

cloud, smoke, vapor

Examples of usage

  • The volcano erupted, sending a plume of ash high into the sky.
  • The factory emitted a plume of toxic gases into the atmosphere.
Context #3 | Verb

to decorate

To decorate or adorn with feathers or something similar.

Synonyms

adorn, decorate, embellish

Examples of usage

  • The dancers plumed their costumes with colorful feathers.
  • She plumed the hat with a cluster of peacock feathers.

Translations

Translations of the word "plume" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pluma

🇮🇳 पंख

🇩🇪 Feder

🇮🇩 bulu

🇺🇦 перо

🇵🇱 pióro

🇯🇵 羽

🇫🇷 plume

🇪🇸 pluma

🇹🇷 tüy

🇰🇷 깃털

🇸🇦 ريشة

🇨🇿 pero

🇸🇰 pero

🇨🇳 羽毛

🇸🇮 pero

🇮🇸 fjöður

🇰🇿 қауырсын

🇬🇪 ბუმბული

🇦🇿 lələk

🇲🇽 pluma

Etymology

The word 'plume' originated from the Latin word 'pluma', meaning feather. In the 14th century, it was first used to refer to a feather or cluster of feathers used as an ornament. Over time, the word also came to be used in geology to describe a feathery cloud of smoke or vapor. The verb form of 'plume' developed later, referring to the act of decorating with feathers. Today, 'plume' is still commonly used to describe both physical decorations and abstract formations resembling feathers.

See also: plumage.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,654, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.