Plume Definition & Meaning
plume
- noun
- anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness; "a plume of smoke"; "grass with large plumes"
- a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament
- the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds
- verb
- rip off; ask an unreasonable price
- be proud of; "He prides himself on making it into law school"
- deck with a plume; "a plumed helmet"
- clean with one's bill; "The birds preened"
- form a plume; "The chimneys were pluming the sky"; "The engine was pluming black smoke"
- dress or groom with elaborate care; "She likes to dress when going to the opera"
"Plume" in song lyrics
See how plume is used in real songs:
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"Out of tune and now assumed to be Nom De Plume"
K-Otix — 7 MC's Part 2 -
"Dizzy Dustin is my nom de plume"
Ugly Duckling — Introduckling -
"He veils his tail that, like a falling plume,"
William Shakespeare — Venus and Adonis
Words that rhyme with plume
Usage tips for "plume"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "plume" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for plume to find words that pair well.
Use "plume" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does plume mean?
- anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness; "a plume of smoke"; "grass with large plumes" a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds rip off; ask an unreasonable price be proud of; "He prides himself on making it into law school" deck with a plume; "a plumed helmet" clean with one's bill; "The birds preened" form a plume; "The chimneys were pluming the sky
- What part of speech is plume?
- Plume is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does plume have?
- Plume has 9 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).