deplumation

Betekenis (Engels)

1. The stripping or falling off of plumes or feathers.
2. Loss of the eyelashes due to disease of the eyelids.
3. The stripping of someone's symbol(s) of status and prestige; humiliation.

Sinonieme

moulting

Uitgespreek as (IPA)

/ˌdiːpluːˈmeɪʃən/

Etimologie (Engels)

See deplume.