In archery, maintaining aerodynamics through wind resistance is a key component of keeping an arrow on target. What is the name for the fin-shaped feathers or plastic material that keeps arrows from veering off course?

As described on Wikipedia: "Fletching is the fin-shaped aerodynamic stabilization device attached on arrows, crossbow bolts or darts, typically made from light, semi-flexible materials such as feathers." Incidentally, the person who attaches fletchings to the shaft of arrows is called a "fletcher".

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