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shaft
The long narrow stem or body of a spear or arrow.
A spear or arrow.
The handle of any of various tools or implements.

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1. The long narrow stem or body of a spear or arrow.
2. A spear or arrow.
3. The handle of any of various tools or implements.
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pinion
The wing of a bird.
The outer rear edge of the wing of a bird, containing the primary feathers.
A primary feather of a bird.

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1. The wing of a bird.
2. The outer rear edge of the wing of a bird, containing the primary feathers.
3. A primary feather of a bird.
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plume
A feather, especially a large and showy one.
A large feather, cluster of feathers, or similar ornament worn on a helmet, hat, or horse's harness.
A token of honor or achievement.

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1. A feather, especially a large and showy one.
2. A large feather, cluster of feathers, or similar ornament worn on a helmet, hat, or horse's harness.
3. A token of honor or achievement.
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down
From a higher to a lower place or position:
Toward, to, or on the ground, floor, or bottom:
Downstairs:

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1. From a higher to a lower place or position:
2. Toward, to, or on the ground, floor, or bottom:
3. Downstairs:
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