Saddle Feather (Noun)
Meaning
A long narrow feather on the back (saddle) of a domestic fowl.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The rooster's vibrant plumage featured long saddle feathers on its back that caught the eye of many admirers.
- Some breeds of domestic fowl have saddle feathers ranging in color from pure white to rich iridescent greens.
- Farmers often inspect the health of their poultry by examining the condition of their saddle feathers.
- The unique characteristics of saddle feathers can be used to identify distinct breeds within domestic fowl.
- Saddle feathers on some domestic birds are specially cared for to prepare them for exhibition in poultry competitions.