impennate

/ˌimˈpɛnɪt, ɪmˈpɛnɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or clip the feathers of an animal

“The bird was impennated before being shown in the exhibition.”

2. noun

an animal, especially a bird, from which the feathers have been removed

“The impennate bird was easier to handle but looked less impressive.”

Synonyms

  • clip
  • de-feather

Antonyms

  • feather
  • plume