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    preen

    preen - Dictionary definition and meaning for word preen

    Definition
    (verb) clean with one's bill
    Synonyms : plume
    Example Sentence
    • The birds preened
    Definition
    (verb) pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement
    Synonyms : congratulate
    Definition
    (verb) dress or groom with elaborate care
    Synonyms : dress , plume , primp
    Example Sentence
    • She likes to dress when going to the opera
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for preen

preen sounds like prince.....he couldnt help preening himself on his good looks

Preen ~ Rin; commonly used detergent bar in India used for cleaning clothes.. hence preening clothes.

Queen queens are generally trim

To become a QUEEN you have to PREEN! Simple

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prince keeps him tidy in appearance to impress the pricess

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