조류의 피부에서 자라나 몸을 덮고 있는 가볍고 납작한 구조물.
예문:
"The peacock displayed its vibrant feathers to attract a mate."
"This winter jacket is stuffed with high-quality goose feathers."
화살이나 다트의 비행을 안정시키기 위해 축의 끝부분에 붙이는 날개 모양의 장식.
One of the vanes or featherlike structures attached to the back of an arrow or dart to stabilize its flight.
예문:
"The archer noticed that one of the feathers on his arrow was damaged."
"Modern competition darts often use plastic feathers instead of real ones."
개나 말 같은 동물의 다리 뒷부분에 길게 자란 장식적인 털.
A fringe of long hair on the legs of a dog, horse, or other animal.
예문:
"The spaniel had beautiful white feathers on all four legs."
"Grooming the horse's feathers requires patience and the right brush."
공기나 물의 저항을 줄이기 위해 프로펠러 날개나 노의 각도를 조절하다.
To rotate the blades of a propeller or an oar to reduce air or water resistance.
예문:
"The pilot had to feather the engine after it began to smoke."
"Experienced rowers feather their oars instinctively to maintain speed."
잉크나 립스틱 등이 종이나 피부의 결을 따라 번지거나 퍼지다.
To spread or bleed into tiny lines or streaks after application, especially of ink or cosmetics.
예문:
"The ink will feather if you write on this thin paper with a fountain pen."
"Applying a primer helps prevent your lipstick from feathering into fine lines."
머리카락 끝을 가늘고 뾰족하게 층을 내어 다듬다.
To cut or trim hair into a tapered, layered fashion resembling the edge of a feather.
예문:
"She asked the stylist to feather the ends of her hair for a softer look."
"Feathered hair was a very popular style during the late 1970s."