deplume

Meanings

• Noun

  A type of feather or plume, often used for decorative purposes.

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Variants

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nom de plume , nom de plumes , noms de plume

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Etymology

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From Old French 'depeler' meaning 'to strip' and 'plume' meaning 'feather'.

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Trivia

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1. The ostrich is the largest bird in the world and has the longest plume feathers.

2. In heraldry, the plume is a decorative element often used above a shield or crest.

3. The term 'deplume' can also be used metaphorically to describe the stripping away of pretenses or falsehoods.

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Related Concepts

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1. Feather: A lightweight structure that forms the outer covering of birds, reptiles, and some other animals. Feathers help in flying, insulation, and waterproofing.

2. Plume: A long, decorative feather, often used for writing quills, decorative arts, or as a symbol of rank or honor.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'deplume' has been used metaphorically to describe the stripping away of falsehoods or pretenses. In art, feathers or plumes have been used as symbols of power and majesty.

How to Memorize "deplume"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bird shedding its feathers, revealing a beautiful plume.

2. associate
   

   - Associate 'deplume' with the image of a majestic bird with its decorative feathers.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'DEP' as 'Decorative Elegant Plume'.

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