Quill: meaning, definitions and examples

Same as the first 'quill', typically referring to the same writing tool made from a large bird's feather.

• He wrote a letter to his beloved using a quill.
• The museum had an exhibit featuring antique quills.

Used to describe a writing instrument made from a bird's feather, often in a more general sense. It can be used in both historical and artistic contexts.

• The old document was signed with a feather pen.
• He gifted her a beautifully crafted feather pen.

Often used to describe a large, ornamental feather, particularly one used for decoration or displayed as a symbol of rank or elegance. Less commonly, it can also refer to a writing instrument in a poetic or nostalgic sense.

• The knight's helmet was adorned with a magnificent plume.
• She dipped her plume in ink and began to write.

Repetition of this word implies a possible typographical error in the list. Context similar to the first 'quill' entry.

• Identical to examples of the first 'quill'

Typically used to describe the backbone of an animal or the pointed parts of some plants like cacti. Can also refer to figurative courage.

• The human spine is crucial for upright posture
• The cactus has a spine to protect itself
• She showed a lot of spine in standing up to the bully

Often used to describe a sharp, pointed object or part of something, can also refer to a sudden increase.

• He stepped on a wooden spike
• There was a spike in electricity usage during the heatwave