The "feather" in the phrase "lighter than a feather" refers to the down on swans, also known as velvet. Since velvet is very soft and light, "lighter than a feather" is used to describe something very light and lightweight. It should be noted that "feather" itself is not an animal's hair, but just a metaphor.
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Which animal's hair is the feather in "Lighter than a Feather"?
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The "feather" in the phrase "lighter than a feather" refers to the down on swans, also known as velvet. Since velvet is very soft and light, "lighter than a feather" is used to describe something very light and lightweight. It should be noted that "feather" itself is not an animal's hair, but jus
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