plume
Plural
plumes
1
a large, feathery structure or arrangement, typically found on birds, often used for display or flight
- The peacock displayed its vibrant plume to attract a mate.
- The egret's snowy white plume contrasted beautifully against the greenery.
- The male pheasant's colorful plume dazzled observers during mating season.
- The ostrich's plume is both decorative and functional, aiding in thermoregulation.
- The hummingbird's iridescent plume glinted in the sunlight as it hovered near the feeder.
2
a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament
3
anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness
4
a cloud of smoke, steam, or vapor that is released into the air
- A plume of smoke rose from the burning building.
- The volcano released a large plume of ash into the sky.
- The factory emitted a thick plume of steam.
- The rocket launch left a plume of smoke behind it.
- The fire produced a dark plume visible from miles away.