plumage
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈpluːmɪdʒ/
Definition
The collective feathers covering a bird's body.
Examples
The owl's soft plumage allows it to fly silently through the forest at night.
During the winter, many birds grow thicker plumage to help them retain body heat.
The researcher carefully examined the bird's plumage to identify its species and age.
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