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.

Synoniemen

moulting

Uitgesproken als (IPA)

/ˌdiːpluːˈmeɪʃən/

Etymologie (Engels)

See deplume.