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Definitions for feathering
ˈfɛð ər ɪŋfeath·er·ing

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. feather, featheringnoun

    turning an oar parallel to the water between pulls

Wikipedia

  1. Feathering

    Feathering is a technique used in computer graphics software to smooth or blur the edges of a feature. The term is inherited from a technique of fine retouching using fine feathers.

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  1. feathering

    Feathering is a term used in various fields with different meanings. 1. In art and graphic design, feathering refers to the process of softening or blurring the edges of an object to help it blend smoothly with the background. 2. In bird-keeping and zoology, it pertains to the growth of feathers on a bird. 3. In boating, feathering is a technique used in rowing where the oar blade is rotated at the end of each stroke to minimize wind resistance. 4. In aviation, feathering refers to adjusting the pitch of a propeller to reduce drag when an engine fails. 5. In hairstyling, feathering is a cutting technique used to give soft layers to the hair and enhance its volume. 6. In mechanics, it refers to the process of smoothing or adjusting overlapping areas to blend materials together. 7. In motorsport, 'feathering the throttle' refers to a driving technique where the driver alternately applies and releases pressure on the throttle to achieve optimum traction and speed. So, the general definition of feathering is to adjust, blend or smooth out something, but its specific meaning can vary depending on the context.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Featheringnoun

    same as Foliation

  2. Featheringnoun

    the act of turning the blade of the oar, as it rises from the water in rowing, from a vertical to a horizontal position. See To feather an oar, under Feather, v. t

  3. Featheringverb

    a covering of feathers

Wikidata

  1. Feathering

    Feathering is a technique used in computer graphics software to smooth or blur the edges of a feature. The term is inherited from a technique of fine retouching using fine feathers.

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of feathering in Chaldean Numerology is: 3

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of feathering in Pythagorean Numerology is: 3

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