Without a crest; lacking a prominent feature at the top or lacking distinction, pride, or honors.
From crest plus the suffix -less (meaning 'without'), following standard English adjective formation for negation.
A 'crestless' bird looks modest and humble, while a crested one stands out—which is why this word became used to describe someone without glory, fame, or social standing!
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