preening

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of grooming oneself, especially by preening feathers.

  - "Birds spend hours each day preening to keep their feathers clean and in good condition."
  - "The peacock spread its tail feathers and preened them, making itself more attractive to potential mates."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with preening
beaming , deaning , reaming , teaming

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Variants

List of all variants of preening that leads to same result
preen , preened , preener , preeners , preening , preens

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'prenen', meaning 'to groom' or 'to prepare'.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that some birds preen not only their own feathers, but also those of their partners and offspring?

2. In some cultures, preening is seen as a sign of vanity or self-absorption, while in others it is valued as a sign of good health and self-care.

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Related Concepts

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1. Grooming: The act of keeping oneself clean and well-groomed, which can include activities such as bathing, brushing hair, and trimming nails.

2. Self-care: The practice of taking care of one's physical, emotional, and mental health, which can include activities such as exercising, meditating, and engaging in hobbies.

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Culture

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In literature, preening is often used to describe the vain or self-absorbed behavior of characters, such as in Edgar Allan Poe's short story 'The Masque of the Red Death'.

How to Memorize "preening"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a bird spreading its wings and carefully preening each feather.
   - Visualize yourself grooming yourself in the mirror, taking your time to ensure every detail is just right.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the act of preening with cleanliness and self-care.
   - Think of the word 'preening' as a reminder to take care of yourself and your appearance.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that 'preening' starts with the letter 'P', which can help you recall the meaning of the word.
   - Use the acronym 'P-R-E-E-N-N-I-N-G' to remember the definition: 'P' for 'Preening', 'R' for 'Ritual of Grooming', 'E' for 'Excellent Condition', 'N' for 'Nice and Neat', 'N' for 'Nice to Look At', 'I' for 'Important for Health', and 'G' for 'Gives Confidence'.

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