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    Penachos (en. Plumes)

    /peˈnatʃos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of feathers or flowers placed on a hat or on the head.
    The charro's hat was decorated with colorful tufts.
    El sombrero del charro estaba decorado con penachos de colores.
    A group of elements that protrude from a surface.
    The tufts of the plant give a lush appearance to the garden.
    Los penachos de la planta le dan un aspecto frondoso al jardín.

    Etymology

    From old Spanish 'penacho,' which means 'feather or adornment.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    plume of honor
    A set of medals or distinctions that represent achievements.
    penacho de honor
    to wear tufts
    To be decorated or adorned in an ostentatious manner.
    llevar penachos

    Related Words

    feather
    Cervical structure of birds that allows them to fly.
    pluma
    hat
    Clothing accessory to cover the head.
    sombrero
    decoration
    The art of beautifying a space or an object.
    decoración

    Slang Meanings

    Excess of decorations or flashy things.
    That outfit is full of tufts, it looks like a spectacle.
    Ese atuendo está lleno de penachos, parece un espectáculo.
    Ostentatious or overly elaborate style in clothing.
    I don't know why he wears those tufts, it looks like a carnival.
    No sé por qué lleva esos penachos, parece un carnaval.