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reesetee commented on the word powder down
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