Phrase guide

feather boa

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˌfɛðə(ɹ)ˈbəʊə/
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1

noun

Meaning 1

A decorative scarf made of feathers, either real or synthetic.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A lessoniaceous kelp of species Egregia menziesii, found in intertidal water along the western coastline of North America.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: feather boa kelp

Antonyms: none provided

3

noun

Meaning 3

a long thin fluffy scarf of feathers or fur

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: boa

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: scarf

History

Etymology

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