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to preen
01
to groom oneself or another individual by straightening and cleaning the feathers or fur using the beak or tongue
Transitive
Intransitive
02
dress or groom with elaborate care
03
pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement
preen
v
Example
Birds often wash themselves by preening their feathers with their beaks.
The peacock preened its feathers meticulously, ensuring they remained vibrant and lustrous for courtship displays.
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