Plumose
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈplu.moʊs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Plumose is an adjective meaning Having feathers or plumes.
Meaning
Having feathers or plumes.
More Meanings
- Having hairs, or other parts, arranged along an axis like a feather.
Example Sentences
a plumose leaf
plumose tentacles
Male mosquitoes have plumose antennae
Synonyms for plumose
Depending on context, synonyms include feathery, plumelike, plumed, feathered.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include plumed, feathered, seta, setae, plumous, plumy.
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