featherlight

adjective

ˈfe-t͟hər-ˈlīt How to pronounce featherlight (audio)
Definition of featherlightnext
as in lightweight
having little weight the company has designed a strong but featherlight fiber which it hopes to market to manufacturers of body armor

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Recent Examples of featherlight Made of 100 percent European flax linen, both the tank and shorts are breathable and featherlight, making even the hottest days comfortable. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 16 Apr. 2026 Woven through Visible Cloaks’ beautiful, featherlight album was a hope for serenity, a desire for peace that never came to pass. — Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 22 May 2026 The Néo7 Alpine seems like a handy, little featherlight adventure knife that could serve well as a primary knife for ultralight activities like rock climbing or as a complement to other knives and tools for less weight-conscious endeavors. — New Atlas, 2 July 2026 Unlike some gel moisturizers that rely on silicones for that slippery texture, this formula layers in humectants like glycerin, betaine, and beta-glucan to deliver actual hydration while still feeling featherlight and almost watery on the skin. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for featherlight
Recent Examples of Synonyms for featherlight
lightweight
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  • The weather service said people should drink plenty of water, wear lightweight and light-colored clothing and use air conditioning.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 4 July 2026
  • Save on lightweight tanks, breezy shorts, easy skirts, and travel-ready tote bags that are ideal for everything from beach days to airport terminals.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
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“Featherlight.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/featherlight. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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