fledgy

[ flej-ee ]

adjective

, fledg·i·er, fledg·i·est.

1. feathered or feathery.

fledgy

/ ˈflɛdʒɪ /

adjective

1. rare.
   feathery or feathered

Word History and Origins

Origin of fledgy¹

First recorded in 1575–85; fledge + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Many a Mortal of these days Dares to pass our sacred ways, Dares to touch, audaciously This Cathedral of the sea— I have been the Pontiff-priest, Where the Waters never rest, Where a fledgy sea-bird choir Soars for ever—holy fire I have hid from Mortal Man.

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