Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
not take a feather out of someone
idiom
/nɒt teɪk ə ˈfɛðər aʊt əv ˈsʌmˌwʌn/

Definition
To not upset or offend someone.

Examples
- The manager tried to resolve the issue without taking a feather out of anyone’s cap.
- In her speech, she was careful not to take a feather out of her opponents’ feathers.

Meaning
This phrase means to do something that avoids causing irritation or disturbance to another person. It often implies a consideration for others’ feelings.

Synonyms
- Not upset
- Avoid offense
- Stay diplomatic