wing feather

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A feather from a bird's wing, especially one of the large flight feathers.

featherADJECTIVE + feather

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wing

Examples (10)

  • The eagle's damaged wing feather prevented it from flying properly.
  • Ornithologists study wing feathers to understand bird flight mechanics.
  • A single wing feather fell to the ground as the hawk soared overhead.
  • The veterinarian examined each wing feather for signs of disease.
  • Primary wing feathers are essential for a bird's ability to fly.
  • The molting process involves shedding old wing feathers for new ones.
  • Indigenous cultures often used wing feathers in ceremonial headdresses.
  • The bird's wing feathers were beautifully iridescent in the sunlight.
  • Falconers carefully inspect their bird's wing feathers before training sessions.
  • Scientists can determine a bird's age by analyzing its wing feathers.