Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of feathery
Explanation
Things that are soft, light, and downy can be described as feathery. After you brush your dog, you'll find his feathery fur all over the house. Feathery things, from your sister's feathery hairdo to the feathery branches of the willow tree in your yard, look or feel like feathers. You can use this adjective for anything that resembles the light, fluffy down of a baby bird or the graceful plumage of a swan. Feathery comes from feather and its root meaning "to fly."
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The combination of his relentless service game and feathery drop shots made Djokovic feel every day of their 16-year age gap.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 1, 2026
The team found eight references to this thorny species, known as Vachellia leucophloea, which has feathery leaves, pale yellow bark, and white flowers.
From Science Daily • Feb. 1, 2026
After reaching for the stars in his first show for Chanel, new chief designer Matthieu Blazy took a feathery flight of fancy for his debut Haute Couture collection inspired by birds and nature on Tuesday.
From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026
The song marked a turning point – something she illustrates by pairing the subject matter with a feathery, Kylie-esque dance beat.
From BBC • Sep. 18, 2025
Using their paws as though they are surgical instruments, the cats extract from the grilles every feathery particle.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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