Fledge

Synonyms of fledge

• mature
• develop
• grow feathers

Antonyms of fledge

• immature
• underdeveloped
• unfledged

Collocations of fledge

fledge wings

Frequency: 70 %

The young bird was ready to fledge its wings and take flight.

fledge nest

Frequency: 60 %

The baby robins were about to fledge the nest and explore the world.

fledge feathers

Frequency: 45 %

The eaglet needed to fledge its feathers before it could soar through the sky.

fledge offspring

Frequency: 35 %

It was time for the young birds to fledge their offspring and start their own families.

Idiomatic Expressions for fledge

• Phrase: Fledge a nest
  Meaning: To leave or abandon a comfortable or familiar situation in order to pursue growth or development.
  Usage: The company decided to fledge its nest in the small town and move to a bigger city for better opportunities.