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fletch

Syllabification: (fletch)
Pronunciation: /fleCH/
Definition of fletch

verb

[with object]
  • provide (an arrow) with feathers for flight:most arrows are fletched with 3- to 5-inch feathers

noun

  • each of the feathered vanes of an arrow: [in combination]:a four-fletch arrow

Origin:

mid 17th century: alteration of fledge, probably influenced by fletcher

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