preen in German
preen in German is putzen, herausputzen, sich brüsten — preen means a forked tool used by clothiers for dressing cloth.
preen in German
putzen
(of birds, ambitransitive) To groom; to trim or dress the feathers with the beak.
herausputzen
(of people, intransitive, reflexive) To spend time making oneself attractive and admiring one's appearance, e.g. in front of a mirror.
sich brüsten
(intransitive) To show off, posture, or smarm.
What does "preen" mean?
- noun A forked tool used by clothiers for dressing cloth.
- noun A bodkin; brooch.
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What is "preen" in German?
"preen" in German is putzen, herausputzen, sich brüsten. preen means: A forked tool used by clothiers for dressing cloth.
Are there other ways to say "preen" in German?
Yes — German has 3 translations listed for "preen": putzen, herausputzen, sich brüsten.
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