preen (v.)

  1. clean with ones bill; The birds preened

    [ Syn: plume , plume ]

  2. pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement

    [ Syn: congratulate ]

  3. dress or groom with elaborate care; She likes to dress when going to the opera

    [ Syn: primp , plume , dress ]

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