feathered oof-bird
Any large, plentiful source or supplier of money.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“That new business is a real feathered oof-bird for the owners.”
“The company turned into a feathered oof-bird after they signed that massive government contract.”
“Investors flocked to the startup, hoping it would prove to be a feathered oof-bird that could sustain their portfolios for years.”
UK late 19th century–1920s.
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birds of a feather
People having similar characters, backgrounds, interests, or beliefs.
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birds of a feather flock together
People of similar character, background or taste tend to congregate or associate with one another; it is easier to establish friendships with people that one has a lot in common with.
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feather in one's cap
An accomplishment; particularly one that is flaunted or boasted of.
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feather one's nest
To achieve benefits, especially financial ones, by taking advantage of the opportunities with which one is presented; to amass a comfortable amount of personal wealth; especially, to do so to a degree that involves venality.
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feathered friend
A bird.
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fine feathers make fine birds
Something that appears beautiful or good is by definition beautiful or good.
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knock someone down with a feather
Alternative form of knock someone over with a feather.
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knock someone over with a feather
To greatly surprise or astonish someone.
Last updated August 10, 2026