plumage

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plumage 是什么意思

中文释义

n. 鸟类羽毛

英文释义

n the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds

plumage 的真实例句

以下例句摘自真实英文文章，看看 plumage 在自然语境里怎么用：

And all over the world feather-covered dinosaurs flaunted their plumage, some flapping and flying through the air.

—— An asteroid extinguished all the dinosaurs except for birds. Here’s why

These plumaged creatures tell the story of how birds evolved from dinosaurs.

—— An asteroid extinguished all the dinosaurs except for birds. Here’s why

Structures that evolve primarily for mating competition or display (e.g., antlers, elaborate plumage, etc.) often show exaggerated growth and high variability.

—— Meet The Sea Unicorn. Hint: Its Horn Is A Tooth With 10 Million Nerves

Their plumage is mottled and bright green, which allows them to blend with their surroundings and avoid being seen by sharp-eyed predators.

—— A Bountiful Berry Harvest Put These Chunky, Endangered Parrots in the Mood. Now, Scientists Are Celebrating a Breeding Bonanza

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