plumage

noun

plum·​age ˈplü-mij 

: the feathers of a bird

plumaged

ˈplü-mijd 

adjective

Examples of plumage in a Sentence

The peacock has colorful plumage.

Recent Examples on the Web

The former, which the marque’s artisans have never used to create marquetry, was chosen for its resemblance to the birds’ iridescent plumage. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2026

Penélope Cruz also wore a couture gown with plumage aplenty on Tuesday night at another premiere held at the Princess of Wales theater. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026

Raven Ridge Wildlife Center explained in its update that the rarity of albino cardinals stems from a genetic mutation that reduces melanin, resulting in their distinctive white plumage and reddish-pink eyes. — Ingrid Vasquez, PEOPLE, 14 Sep. 2026

Within the womenswear collection, an exploration of the natural world through the lens of bird-watching invites the viewer into an organic and rather iridescent plumage world — a curiosity that has been itching at the designers for some time. — Michael Anthony Hall, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Middle French, from Old French, from plume feather — more at plume

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing plumage

• eclipse plumage

Kids Definition

plumage

noun

plum·​age ˈplü-mij 

: the feathers of a bird