plume

(noun) anything that resembles a feather in shape or lightness. Examples: "A plume of smoke." "Grass with large plumes."

(noun) a feather or cluster of feathers worn as an ornament.

(noun) the light horny waterproof structure forming the external covering of birds. Synonyms: feather, plumage.

(verb) rip off; ask an unreasonable price. Synonyms: overcharge, soak, surcharge, gazump, fleece, pluck, rob, hook.

(verb) be proud of. Synonyms: pride, congratulate. Examples: "He prides himself on making it into law school."

(verb) deck with a plume. Examples: "A plumed helmet."

(verb) clean with one's bill. Synonyms: preen. Examples: "The birds preened."

(verb) form a plume. Examples: "The chimneys were pluming the sky." "The engine was pluming black smoke."

(verb) dress or groom with elaborate care. Synonyms: preen, primp, dress. Examples: "She likes to dress when going to the opera."