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Another feather in your cap
Meaning
- An achievement or a new accomplishment that you should be proud of. It signifies status or success in a specific area.
Encouraging, congratulatory
Used in a sentence
- Getting that degree is another feather in your cap.
- Winning the company award is definitely another feather in your cap.
- Adding that certification to your resume is just another feather in your cap.
The backstory
This tradition dates back to several cultures where warriors were awarded a feather for every enemy killed or heroic deed performed. It persists today as a metaphor for a personal win.
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