Deplume for Dummies

Hey there! So, "deplume" is a bit of an interesting word. When we break it down, "de" means "remove" and "plume" refers to feathers. So, when you put it together, "deplume" basically means to remove feathers from something.

But, it's not just about taking feathers off a bird or something like that. We can also use "deplume" in a more figurative way. For example, if someone gets publicly embarrassed or they lose a job or something like that, we can say that they've been "deplumed." It's like their sense of dignity or honor has been taken away.

So, just to sum it up, "deplume" can mean physically removing feathers from something, or it can also be used to describe someone experiencing a loss of dignity or honor. It's like when people compare getting fired to having their feathers plucked.

I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any more questions.