Definitions

1. verb

to remove the feathers from a bird, or to strip something of its plumage or decorative features

“The taxidermist had to deplume the bird carefully to prepare it for mounting.”

2. verb

to strip or remove something of its ornamental or decorative features

“The decorator decided to deplume the Christmas tree and replace it with plain white lights.”

3. noun

the act of removing the feathers from a bird, or the state of being stripped of plumage or decorative features

“The taxidermist’s deplume of the bird was a delicate process that required great care.”