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Definition preen in American English

preen verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/prin/
1

if a bird or animal preens or preens itself, it cleans and arranges its feathers or fur with its beak or tongue

Synonyms and related words
alight beat be on the wing beach bite bite
2

to spend a lot of time trying to make yourself look more attractive by arranging your hair, putting on make up, etc.

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groom tidy yourself up smarten up
3

to feel very proud or satisfied with something that you have done

Synonyms and related words
boast show off brag
Definition preen in American English