feathering

he turned, feathering one oar slowly.

He’s been feathering his own nest at the expense of the people he was supposed to be helping.

There is feathering along the back of the front legs and along the back of the thighs, giving a "pantaloon" effect.

The bird's feathers were beautifully feathered.

She was feathering her hair before the party.

Feathering the edges of the painting added a soft touch.

The kayak's paddle had feathering to reduce resistance in the water.

The dancer's costume had delicate feathering accents.

Feathering the throttle helped the pilot to smoothly adjust the speed.

The artist used feathering techniques to create a realistic texture in the painting.

Feathering the brakes allowed the car to come to a gentle stop.

The pillow had a luxurious feathering for extra comfort.

Feathering the nest with soft materials kept the eggs warm and protected.