preen meaning and definition

PREEN verb

Definition of preen (verb)

1. clean with one's bill
   • "The birds preened"
   • synonyms: plume
2. pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement
   • synonyms: congratulate
3. dress or groom with elaborate care
   • "She likes to dress when going to the opera"
   • synonyms: dress, plume, primp