plumed

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adjective

ˈplümd How to pronounce plumed (audio)
Synonyms of plumednext
: provided with or adorned with or as if with a plume
—often used in combination
a white-plumed egret

plumed

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past tense and past participle of plume entry 2

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Adjective
There is little to distinguish the last two; the only significant difference is the Secutor’s helmet, which had no plumed crest, and a visor with eyeholes, not a grille. — Literary Hub, 15 Apr. 2026 Their plumed blooms in pink, red, white, and purple, and their fern-like leaves add visual contrast when planted with hydrangeas. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Apr. 2026 Universal announced the film’s release date with a photo featuring Damon in full battle regalia, wearing a plumed helmet and weathered cloak. — Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 26 Jan. 2026 To his right are two young companions, both in plumed hats, who’ve just noticed someone come in. — Jason Farago, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for plumed

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First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of plumed was in the 15th century

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