deplumation
The stripping or falling off of plumes or feathersThe stripping or falling off of plumes or feathers.
/ˌdiːpluːˈmeɪʃən/
Meaning
3 senses(uncountable, usually)The stripping or falling off of plumes or feathers.
(uncountable, usually)Loss of the eyelashes due to disease of the eyelids.
(figuratively, uncountable, usually)The stripping of someone's symbol(s) of status and prestige; humiliation.
Origin
See deplume.See deplume.
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Forms
plural: deplumations| Singular | deplumation |
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uncountable
Lessons for this word
1 lessons- A1Countable and uncountable nouns — Because it can be uncountable