(aeronautics) Of a propeller: capable of having its blades streamlined by rotating them perpendicular to the axis of the propeller when the engine is shut down, so that the propeller does not windmill as the aircraft flies.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of feather

plural of feather

plural of Feather

An implement, traditionally consisting of a bundle of feathers (especially ostrich feathers) attached to a handle, used to remove surface dust.

(idiomatic) People having similar characters, backgrounds, interests, or beliefs.

(simile) extremely light, having minimal weight

Alternative form of featherbed

A quill.

To cover a person in sticky tar, then covered in feathers which stick to the tar. An archaic means of humiliating a person.