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preen

British pronunciation/pɹˈiːn/
American pronunciation/ˈpɹin/
to preen
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

to groom oneself or another individual by straightening and cleaning the feathers or fur using the beak or tongue

synonyms : plume
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2

dress or groom with elaborate care

synonyms : dress
plume
primp
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3

pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement

synonyms : congratulate
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Examples
1Preen added stripes in the texture and design details.
2Preen and be beautiful.
3She is preening a lot.
4Hermès, Chanel and Preen presented full looks: one color throughout.
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