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preen in Spanish

preen in Spanish is ostentar — preen means a forked tool used by clothworkers to finish and smooth cloth.

preen in Spanish

ostentar

verb

(intransitive) To show off, posture, or smarm.

What does "preen" mean?

noun A forked tool used by clothworkers to finish and smooth cloth.
noun A decorative pin, such as a large hairpin or brooch.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Common Spanish translations

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What is "preen" in Spanish?

"preen" in Spanish is ostentar. preen means: A forked tool used by clothworkers to finish and smooth cloth.

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