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Substantiivit

1. A feather of a bird, especially a large or showy one.
2. The furry tail of certain dog breeds (e.g. Samoyed, Malteagle) that stands erect or curls over their backs.
3. A cluster of feathers worn as an ornament, especially on a helmet.
4. A token of honour or prowess; that on which one prides himself; a prize or reward.
5. An upward spray of water or mist.
6. (geology) An upwelling of molten material from the Earth's mantle.
7. (astronomy) An arc of glowing material erupting from the surface of a star.
8. A large and flexible panicle of inflorescence resembling a feather, such as is seen in certain large ornamental grasses.

Verbit

1. (transitive) To preen and arrange the feathers of.
2. (transitive) To congratulate (oneself) proudly.
3. To strip of feathers; to pluck; to strip; to pillage; also, to peel.
4. To adorn with feathers or plumes.
5. To form a plume.
6. To write; to pen.