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The new collections reimagine the classic Bird on a Rock motif, brought to life by Jean Schlumberger in 1965, and takes its design cues from a bird’s wing, as well as the layered look of a bird’s plumage, to create graceful, sculptural pieces dripping in diamonds and other gemstones.—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025 Lowthorpe unhurriedly reflects Helen’s sense of wonder, taking the time to admire the hawk’s plumage and the deadly weapons that are its talons and beak.—Peter Debruge, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025 Or, in what way do these plumage patches function?—Quanta Magazine, 21 Aug. 2025 These include genetic markers, plumage (such as male peacocks having more elaborate plumage to attract a mate), or behavior.—Laura Baisas Aug 13, Popular Science, 13 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for plumage
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Etymology
Middle English, from Middle French, from Old French, from plume feather — more at plume
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