Feathering (disambiguation)
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Feathering may refer to:
- FeatheringFeatheringFeathering is a technique used in computer graphics software to smooth or blur the edges of a feature. The term is inherited from a technique of fine retouching using fine feathers.-Paintbrush feathering:...
, a technique used in computer graphics to blur edges. - Feathering (reentry) (also feathered reentry, or shuttlecock reentry), an atmospheric reentry technique for spacecraft
- Feathering (propeller), changing an aircraft or wind turbine propeller blade by angling the blades parallel to airflow
- Feathering (clutch), alternately engaging and disengaging an automotive clutch
- Tarring and featheringTarring and featheringTarring and feathering is a physical punishment, used to enforce unofficial justice or revenge. It was used in feudal Europe and its colonies in the early modern period, as well as the early American frontier, mostly as a type of mob vengeance .-Description:In a typical tar-and-feathers attack, the...
, a type of punishment of medieval and early modern times - Feathering (horse)Feathering (horse)Feathering, or feather, is a term used to describe the long hair on the lower legs and fetlocks of some breeds of horse and pony. On some horses, especially draft breeds, the hair can almost cover the hooves...
, long hair on the lower legs of some breeds of horse