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PREENING

(verb, noun)
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Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Preening.

Preening - as a verb

Clean with one's bill

Example: "The birds preened"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
plume

Pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
congratulate

Dress or groom with elaborate care

Example: "She likes to dress when going to the opera"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dressplumeprimp

Preening - as a noun

A grooming or posturing.

Example Sentences

"After the shower, she stood in front of the mirror doing her preening."
"His constant preening in front of the camera annoyed his co-stars."
"The peacock displayed its magnificent preening to attract a mate."
"The pageant contestants spent hours preening in preparation for the competition."
"She catches glimpses of her reflection, causing occasional subtle preening."
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Word Game Points

Is PREENING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, preening is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PREENING has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is PREENING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, preening is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PREENING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is PREENING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, preening is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PREENING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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