Primp vs. Preen

Primp vs. Preen — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Primp and Preen

Primpverb

(intransitive) To spend time improving one's appearance, often in front of a mirror.

Preennoun

A forked tool used by clothiers for dressing cloth.

Primpverb

(transitive) To dress in an affected manner.

Preennoun

pin

Primpverb

dress or groom with elaborate care;

She likes to dress when going to the opera

Preennoun

bodkin; brooch

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Preenverb

(transitive) To pin; fasten.

Preenverb

(of birds) To groom; to trim or dress with the beak, as the feathers.

Preenverb

To show off, posture, or smarm.

Preenverb

To trim up, as trees.

Preenverb

clean with one's bill;

The birds preened

Preenverb

pride or congratulate (oneself) for an achievement

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Preenverb

dress or groom with elaborate care;

She likes to dress when going to the opera