the feathers fly

English

Alternative forms

  • the feathers will fly
  • the feathers'll fly

Etymology

Probably from the fact that feathers may fly from birds when they fight.

Pronunciation

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Phrase

the feathers fly

  1. (idiomatic) An argument or fight is instigated.

See also

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