Definitions

Sorry, no definitions found. Check out and contribute to the discussion of this word!

Etymologies

Sorry, no etymologies found.

Support

Help support Wordnik (and make this page ad-free) by adopting the word powder down.

Examples

    Sorry, no example sentences found.

Comments

Log in or sign up to get involved in the conversation. It's quick and easy.

  • A type of down feather in which the tips of the plumules disintegrate into a fine, scaly powder that acts on the feathers to make them more waterproof. It's believed that powder down can also strengthen the barbs of the feathers, helping them to catch air more efficiently.

    August 27, 2008