Definition

To remove the feathers from a bird or similar creature.

Example

The farmer decided to deplume the chickens before cooking them.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you know that some chefs actually deplume birds before cooking them?

Really? I had no idea that was part of the process.

Yeah, it’s almost like how you would prepare a chicken for a roast.

That makes sense! I guess it helps make the dish look nicer.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Deplume → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "plume" (from Latin "pluma", meaning feather). The word "deplume" means to remove feathers or to strip of feathers.

Memory Tip

Think of 'removing' ('de-') 'feathers' ('pluma') — that's why deplume means to take away feathers.

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