emplumar-se — meaning in English
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English meaning
- plume noun A large, often decorative feather, or a cluster of feathers.
Senses
emplumar-se is used for these senses in English:
- plume (transitive, reflexive, by extension) To congratulate (oneself) proudly, especially concerning something unimportant or when taking credit for another person's effort; to self-congratulate; to preen.
plume — full definition
- noun A large, often decorative feather, or a cluster of feathers.
- noun A rising column of smoke, dust, or similar substance.
- verb Of a bird: to smooth and arrange its feathers.
- verb To feel proud of oneself, often excessively.
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