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vane vs plume

plume vs vane

vane and plume both are nouns.

vane is not a verb while plume is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
vane Yes No No No
plume Yes No Yes No
vane (noun) plume (noun)
the flattened weblike part of a feather consisting of a series of barbs on either side of the shaft the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds
mechanical device attached to an elevated structure; rotates freely to show the direction of the wind a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament
flat surface that rotates and pushes against air or water anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness
a fin attached to the tail of an arrow, bomb or missile in order to stabilize or guide it
vane (verb) plume (verb)
dress or groom with elaborate care
form a plume
clean with one's bill
deck with a plume
be proud of
rip off; ask an unreasonable price
Difference between vane and plume

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