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feathering

Pronunciation: [ˈfɛðərɪŋ]

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Learn how to use feathering in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “crafts”

(verb) to make something look pretty or decorated by adding soft, fluffy edges, like when you carefully add feathers to an outfit or a costume. It's like giving a special touch that makes things look nicer.

Example

She is feathering her hat with colorful feathers for the parade.

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He forgot to feather his project, so it looks plain and boring.

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Are you going to feather your artwork to make it look special?

Context: “design”

(noun) a style or technique where the edges of something are made to look soft or feathered. This is often seen in art and design work to make it seem gentle or light, like how a bird's feathers are arranged.

Example

The artist used feathering in her painting to create a soft background.

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Without feathering, the edges of the drawing looked harsh and sharp.

Example

Do you think feathering adds a nice effect to the design?

How to pronounce feathering

Pronunciation: [ˈfɛðərɪŋ]

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