plumage

noun

UK/ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/
US/ˈpluː.mɪdʒ/

Definitions of plumage noun

  1. Uncountable(不可数名词)

    The feathers that cover a bird's body.

    鸟类全身的羽毛;羽衣

    • Male peacocks are renowned for their magnificent plumage.

      雄性孔雀以其华丽的羽毛而闻名。

    • The bird's plumage displayed an iridescent sheen in the sunlight.

      这只鸟的羽毛在阳光下呈现出彩虹般的光泽。

    • Birds replace their plumage during molting.

      鸟类在换羽期间会更换羽毛。