The term PLUMED is a 7-letter word meaning 'CRESTED'. It is derived from the Latin word 'pluma' which means 'FEATHER'. Plumed is often used to describe birds, such as peacocks, that have a crest of feathers on their heads. It can also be used to describe other animals, such as cats, that have a tuft of fur on their heads. In heraldry, plumed is used to describe a crest or coat of arms that has a feathery design.