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PLUMES

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 9 meanings of the word Plumes.

Plumes - as a noun

Anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness

Example: "A plume of smoke"

A feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
adornment12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plumage12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
body coveringanimal material
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Plumes - as a verb

Rip off; ask an unreasonable price

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
fleece11gazump20hook11overcharge19pluck13rob5soak8surcharge15
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
cheat10chisel11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be proud of

Example: "He prides himself on making it into law school"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
congratulate15pride8

Deck with a plume

Example: "A plumed helmet"

Clean with one's bill

Example: "The birds preened"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
preen7

Form a plume

Example: "The chimneys were pluming the sky"

Dress or groom with elaborate care

Example: "She likes to dress when going to the opera"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dress6preen7primp11

Example Sentences

"The peacock proudly displayed its vibrant plumes."
"The volcano erupted, sending dark plumes of smoke into the sky."
"The dancer's costume was adorned with colorful plumes."
"The hunter collected the feathers from the bird's plumes."
"The carnival float was decorated with sequins and plumes."
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Word Game Points

Is PLUMES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, plumes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PLUMES has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PLUMES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, plumes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PLUMES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is PLUMES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, plumes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PLUMES has a WORDFEUD points total of 12.

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