feel·er 
/ˈfi:lɚ/ noun
plural feel·ers /ˈfi:lɚ/ noun [count] 1 : a movable part (such as an antenna) of an animal or insect that is used for touching things 2 : a suggestion or question to find out the thoughts or opinions of other people
▪ I haven't had a definite job offer yet, but I've received a few feelers. [=I've been asked if I am interested in a new job] — usually plural ▪ The companies have been putting out feelers about a merger. [=the companies have been quietly asking about the possibility of a merger]
▪ I haven't had a definite job offer yet, but I've received a few feelers. [=I've been asked if I am interested in a new job] — usually plural ▪ The companies have been putting out feelers about a merger. [=the companies have been quietly asking about the possibility of a merger]
